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    Mixed Grounds Coffee

    4.5 (79 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Felipe E.

    So I remember when Mixeds Grounds coffee was on Imperial Ave. Decided to stop by and try it again after a few years. I got the iced Ca Phe Muoi. I was the only one there, no order ahead of me and I felt like it took a couple minute too long to get my drink. Anyways, the drink itself was pretty good. The salt was a bit odd but not bad. The barista was chill and friendly. The place was nice and of course part of a large apartment complex. Plenty of space or hanging out or working.

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    Leland S.

    The hype about this spot had me curious -- drinks, live music, dance classes... I dig it. Here was my experience. AMBIANCE Parking: Street parking. It can get busy, so come early and give yourself time to find a spot. Seating: Indoor seating plus some outdoor patio space. Pretty spacious overall -- probably room for around 50 people. Vibes: Feels like the warm-up to North Park -- a mix of bars and eateries nearby. The café itself shares space within the apartment complex, which makes it feel dynamic and alive. There are often events happening: live DJs, open mic nights, dance classes -- you name it. The aesthetics are eclectic: sofas, lounge chairs, photos of iconic musicians, and even glimpses of office or gym space nearby. It's an interesting blend, but it works. Great place to socialize, chill, or get some work done while still feeling part of something. FOOD / DRINKS Guava Matcha Latte (Modified) - Recommend Usually this drink is coffee-based, but I was happy they offered a matcha variation. Visually, the layered green and pink tones were pleasing. Flavor-wise, the guava softened the earthy matcha and added a subtle sweetness that made it more approachable without overpowering it. Smooth, balanced, and fun. SERVICE I believe her name was Mel -- friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Great energy. TL;DR OVERALL 5 Stars. Wonderful spot. Good flavors, reasonable prices, and consistently great vibes. I appreciate that there's always something happening here. If you're someone who likes to be productive but still enjoy an active, creative environment, this place hits. Wishing Kwa and the Mixed Grounds team continued success. TIPS: * Check their IG for upcoming events.

    Matchata & Buko Pandan Latte
    Jenna C.

    Mixed Grounds is the kind of café that feels intentionally built for community. It's street parking, so you might need to drive around a couple times when it gets busy. But the space itself is huge, with both indoor and outdoor seating. It's a great spot to work/study in the morning. There's lots of room to spread out and settle in for a few hours. They also host live events and pop-ups. It definitely makes the space feel active and community-focused rather than just another coffee shop. Last time I went they had banh mi and Vietnamese flavor inspired cookies! Drink-wise, the buko pandan coffee was the standout. It's creamy with a nice coffee flavor and not overly sweet. The jelly at the bottom is such a fun touch and makes the last sip/bite extra enjoyable. Even my very picky dad liked it, which says a lot. I also tried the matchata (matcha + horchata). It wasn't anything mind-blowing, but you can definitely taste both flavors and the matcha quality seems solid. The chai, unfortunately, was pretty watered down. I wouldn't recommend it. Customer service was genuinely great though. Alexis helped me right away and made sure I was happy with my order, which I really appreciated. She made adjustments to the chai, and when that didn't work she had no problem replacing it with a different drink. Food-wise, the rosemary sea salt bagel was really solid. They also had other baked treats that looked great, but I didn't get to try them this time. Overall, Mixed Grounds is less about just grabbing coffee and more about the vibe. It's spacious, welcoming, and clearly designed as a place for people to gather, work, and hang out. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

    Elle N.

    I love many things about this coffee shop. The musical theme sits well with me. They have art displayed of well known musicians, instruments on the walls and they have a monthly calendar of live music from DJ's to concerts. A DJ played cool tunes while visiting. The seating options are diverse and plentiful with patio seating, high chairs along a counter with indoor/outdoor space and lounge type seating inside. The spaces are also dog friendly, which is an added bonus. The staff is friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. We had a tasting of a specialty beverage "Ca Phe Muoi" from their menu, along with some assorted creams puffs from a the local Korean Bakery Mon Chourie...I am in love with both! They also have vendors who have additional food offerings on the patio, this day it happened to be tacos and nachos. There was a large group scrapbooking, so they do support community activities. The parking can be difficult on busy days so plan ahead. Enjoy! #MixedGrounds #UniversityHeights #CaPheMuoi #LiveMusic

    Cardamon bun coffee glaze
    Thomas E.

    Quite a cool and funky coffee shop with very interesting seating. Has a lot of space and is very spread out. Good place to post up if you're trying to work for a while on a laptop. They've got some unique drinks that you won't really see anywhere else, so I definitely give them props for standing out! I went with the Pandan latte which is one of my favorite flavors lately. The taste was pretty good, but it was very very sweet, and really lost the coffee taste. Would like to go back and try out a more neutral espresso drink and see how the flavor of the espresso itself is. Also got a cardamom bun which has been one of my favorite Scandinavian treats. But honestly, it really didn't taste much of cardamom at all, and it has a maple glaze on top which really drowns out any other flavor. It's a bit on the dry side too. It's kinda like an ikea cinnamon roll, nothing too exciting. I think the atmosphere + cool selection of drinks definitely makes up for it though, enough for me to definitely be interested in coming back!

    Libby S.

    Went to Mixed Grounds Coffee today and honestly loved it. I got the horchata latte and my boyfriend ordered the Ca Phe Muoi. My horchata latte was a little sweet, but not nearly as sweet as his. I'm not usually into super sweet coffee drinks, but mine was still really delicious. He absolutely loved his and would 100% order it again. A fun bonus is that dogs are allowed inside which isn't normally the case. We split the bacon and egg empanada and it was fantastic. Super flavorful and perfectly cooked. The people working there were incredibly friendly and kind, which always makes the experience better. The space itself is even cooler in person. It feels like a spot you actually want to hang out in, not just grab coffee and leave. They're open until 10pm most nights, and Friday through Sunday they have live music. They also serve beer and wine and host food pop ups, which is such a fun bonus. We'll definitely be back, especially for a music night.

    Bel H.

    Went to visit the place with the girls. The place looks so hip, trendy, as well as relaxing. Very spacious but inviting. We went on a Saturday. There was a taco vendor setting just right before the entrance for the cafe. Staff were very nice, greeted us with a warm smile. Shout out to Kwa, owner, funny and friendly. Got the blueberry lime muffin brought home was a hit. Got a cup of Americano. It was smooth, balanced, and mellow. Street parking

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    Justine H.

    I tried the seasonal guava latte and was so excited for it but the guava syrup tasted like cinnamon and not like the fruit at all. I also am not a fan of warm spices so that was disappointing. My friend tried the cold brew tonic and also didn't like that it was more ok the bitter side and you couldn't really taste the cherry flavor. The inside of the place was huge and had tons of seating with a dj playing live music. It was a great event and a fun vibe I would go back to try the Vietnamese coffee.

    Ca Phe Muoi
    Larenzo D.

    Mixed Grounds Coffee is such a great spot to go to if you're looking for fun vibes and reasonable priced coffee! I came on a Saturday which was very fun because they had a live dj set that added to the ambiance. The interior is also very cozy with ample seating areas and lots of games the patrons can use. Ordering here was super fast and easy and the staff is all so nice. I ordered the Ca Phe Muoi and I loved it so much. The quality espresso pairs well with the cream and sea salt. Everything was perfectly balanced and delicious! I also tried the Buko Pandan special, and that was also very tasty! The buko and pandan flavors were very balanced and complimented each other well. Reminds me of an elevated halo halo, in regards to the flavor profiles! I would recommend coming here if you're in town!

    Chai latte
    Marlene G.

    Walked by this area on a Sunday and had to check it out! The place is super spacious with tall ceilings and has plenty of comfy seating for work or to hang out. We had no problem finding space to sit on Sunday morning. There's also a chess set in the corner! They have live music on the weekends and a little stage area set up for a band. Service was friendly and helpful. In terms of drinks, I got: Chai latte - syrup is made in-house and not too sweet. The spices are super flavorful and a unique mix (not your standard chai, and the unique balance of spices is really tasty!) They have whole milk, almond, and oat milk as options for the drink. Chaggaccino - a great immune boosting drink and tastes just like a mocha! They have several unique menu items as well that I'm looking forward to try next time!

    Fernando R.

    I love this place! The vibes are great, they have Dj's that play good music and it's a great place to hangout. They allows pets (I always bring my dogs) and have dog snacks. They also have a table where you could paint and color. Great place I highly recommend this place! Me and my friends come study here.

    Nicole C.

    The place is spectacular! Space has monthly events and has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Comfy seating. The staff were really helpful and nice. Coffee was nothing special it was a standard coffee. I love the vibe so I'd come back. I lucked out with parking right in front but fyi to those who aren't as lucky.. it can be tricky. Located under new apartments complex.

    Ordering area
    Lina C.

    Love it! Came here around 9am and got myself their iced buko pandan special and their bacon/egg/cheese empanada. Right when I walked in, I was immediately greeted and acknowledged, which I did appreciate (the lil things haha). They also made sure to check-in with me for any adjustments needed after I got my drink. As for the items I ordered, I enjoyed everything about their iced buko pandan drink--it had the perfect amount of sweetness to it--and their empanada! Empanada had the perfect amount of flavor and crunch, I'm definitely going to go back another time to try their chorizo (or soyrizo?) option. I was at Mixed Grounds for about an hour and I did notice that the space does get busy quick after 9:30am. It eventually got somewhat loud inside with the music playing, but I didn't mind cause I had my AirPods in and I wasn't able to hear much unless if I took it out. Overall, a solid place to relax, meet up with a friend (also very dog-friendly), and unwind in North Park. The only thing that will require some more patience is the parking situation (since it's obviously in the busier side of town), but I had no issues parking a block away. I'll for sure be back!

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