Best Chai Latte I've ever had. Had a taste of fresh ginger and it was so good. Hubby had the…read morechronic tonic and it was good. We can't wait to come back. This place is spacious!! Lots of seating, light, and super airy. Great place to grab a coffee and relax. Parking wasn't an issue. Service wasn't really friendly - no greeting when walked in or when we walked up to the counter. Maybe she was just ready to go home. We'll come back and give it another chance, maybe it was an off day. Lots of cute merchandise available. Some seating outside as well.

I ordered a fresh quad macchiato espresso ahead of time, and it was prepared quickly and on…read morearrival. The flavor was rich, nutty, and robust....definitely one of the better tasting macchiatos I've had. The espresso was smooth, bold, and perfectly balanced without tasting burnt or bitter. The place itself was clean with a cool, open layout that made the atmosphere feel welcoming and comfortable. Service was quick and efficient, and the staff kept everything moving smoothly. Great coffee, great vibe, and an overall really solid experience.

The sweetest people work here. The drinks and the chiamisu I got are an absolute 10/10! Mike was…read moreabsolutely fantastic with such amazing conversation. It's also just so beautiful inside! I will be coming back !

This coffee shop is what dreams are made of - seriously. They've perfected the formula. Friendly…read morepeople, amazing vibes for people of all ages, and incredible coffee. Mike and the entire team at Dreamwave are doing such an incredible job of making the experience worth every penny. The quality of the coffee, the work they do, and the service they provide is truly top tier. While they do have a lot of fun flavors, this is not the kind of place that drowns the palate with sweetness. They expertly balance the ratio of syrup, milk, and espresso to provide the best outcome. The nuttiness of their roast really shines, and they're always happy to adjust the sweetness if you need them to. Personally, I love the lower sweetness level being the default. These guys know what they're doing! We've been visiting for the past week and have stopped through Dreamwave four times this week. While I'm always in the need of a coffee fix, we've gone out of our way to visit multiple times because the people have been so beyond kind. We've sampled most of the house flavors and I can confidently say they have all been delicious. This would definitely be my go-to shop if I lived nearby.

Delighted this Bakery is in the neighborhood! So many choice, quality is excellent, pricing tipping…read morethe high end, but fair! Comfortable environment! One small tip it would be nice to have a small sticker on the plastic wrap with the name of the item along with the label on the shelf!! Would also be nice to have discounts with you buy a box with several choices! Drinks are very good too! I will continue to return often!

Not the biggest fan of this place. Just not it for me. My idea of a bakery deviates from their idea…read moreof pastries I guess. I'm just not used to individually packaged pastries. Regardless of the presentation, I was not a big fan of the taste. There's nothing that really stand out to me. Not even the drinks, they can either be really bland, milky, or sweet. I mean, to each their own right? I decide to follow up with a second visit for a birthday cake to see if the cake would change my mind. Although was still disappointed. I guess this place was just not meant for me. I will say this place is really nice and aesthetic. Visually pretty and clean, I'll give them that. As well as their customer service, they have a couple of staff that are really nice and welcoming. I appreciate the help I received on the two visits I took here.

I have been on a quest to quench my craving for the best banana-inspired latte...and I dare say…read moreBanana Dang is the BEST! I tried the iced shaken banana and let me describe in detail: 1. totally natural yet balanced banana flavor 2. silky smooth texture (can liquid be a texture?) 3. the perfect espresso to milk to ice ratio (ideal latte color) the staff was welcoming, friendly, and super chill - expect a relaxed vibe in the cafe! they provided great recs and I can't wait to try the entire menu. yes, this spot is worth the drive or walk or bike as someone who has tried a crazy amount of banana lattes in the SD & North County areas. obsessed is an understatement!

All I can say is dannnnnnnggggg. I'm more of a strong bold viet coffee kinda person but their…read morecoffee is just as good. I got the banana shaken latte. Very mild banana flavor added an extra touch to the coffee. I also got the banana toast with rosemary bread. Also very good. Service was fast. I also liked the unique decor and their bathroom sign that I took a picture of.

OG from San Marcos, this has been my go to spot pre covid! Love how spacious the location is along…read morewith a nice outdoor patio! Great coffee, great food, and great baristas. Glad it has finally made its way over to vista :)

Stopped by Ascend Coffee in Vista and was surprised by how big the space is. It has plenty of…read moreseating and seems like a nice spot if you want to hang out or get some work done. I ordered the caramel brulee with 20 percent sugar, but it was not for me. The coffee itself tasted a little burnt and somehow was still overly syrupy sweet. I was hoping the lower sugar level would let more of the coffee flavor come through, but the drink just felt unbalanced. The staff was friendly and the service was good, so I appreciated that. Unfortunately the drink was enough that I do not see myself coming back.

First and foremost, I reside in San Diego, and the drive to this place is absolutely worth it. I…read moremust admit, I'm not a matcha enthusiast. However, my friends from North County highly recommended this establishment and kindly invited me to join them. The outdoor seating is spacious and inviting, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The friendly service adds to the overall experience. Initially, I was contemplating getting a coffee, but my friend insisted on trying the matcha. And let me tell you, you won't regret it. As I mentioned earlier, I'm not usually a fan of matcha, and I often end up regretting it and discarding it. But this time, I was pleasantly surprised. I was thoroughly satisfied and regained my trust in matcha. My friend opted for pastries, and she thoroughly enjoyed them, even devouring them.

Revolution Roasters is one of my absolute favorite coffee spots in Oceanside. Is the parking a…read morechallenge? Absolutely. But it's 100% worth it. This place has such a loyal following that people will happily walk a few blocks just to get their Revo fix. One of my favorite things is their seasonal menu. I've learned to fully embrace each special while it's here because once it's gone, it's gone. Right now, I'm completely obsessed with the Coconut Mango Sticky Rice Matcha. I'm pretty sure the baristas recognize me as "the Sticky Rice Matcha lady" at this point! I'm soaking up every sip while it's in season, and although I'll be sad when it's gone, I know they'll surprise me with something amazing next season. Their food is just as impressive. The toast is delicious, they use Prager Brothers bread, organic avocado, and fresh tomatoes, and you can really taste the difference that quality ingredients make. It's refreshing to find a café that clearly cares about food integrity. Another huge bonus for me is that they offer almond milk. So many coffee shops default to oat milk, but I appreciate having another option that fits my preferences. The only downside is the parking. My strategy is simple: go early if you can. Once it gets busy, finding a spot can be an adventure. But even with that minor inconvenience, Revolution Roasters is absolutely worth the trip. Incredible coffee, thoughtful seasonal drinks, quality ingredients, and a team that clearly cares about what they serve. Easy five stars.

First off, the service was incredibly kind. I think the owner or manager helped me out. He was so…read morenice. Although there was a small line, he didn't make me feel rushed to order as quickly as I could. So that was already very welcoming. I got the iced smoked salt maple latte, half sweet. He warned me it was in the sweeter side so I am glad I got half sweet because it's still decently sweet! I subbed oatmilk which was free. This was $7. There were several vegan pastry options. We got the blueberry muffin and cinnamon roll. 5/5, no notes! We grabbed it to go but there was both inside and outdoor seating.

Hmm I dunno.....the camp mocha and smoked salt maple latte tasted more like standard lattes than…read morewhat their menu descriptions hyped them up to be. :/ - Camp mocha: seemed like a drink catered more for the 'Gram with the torched marshmallow, but besides that it tasted like a straight mocha. Not the best s'mores-themed latte that I've tried. - Salt maple latte: verrrrry subtle maple taste and didn't even notice a salty flavor edge to it. Overall didn't seem like the drinks that I tried reflected their pricing. Visited on a weekday at around 8 am and service was a bit slow with one barista having to operate the cashier and prepare the orders.

Quaint modern coffee shop just a stone's throw from the O'Side pier. Friendly service, chill…read moreatmosphere and buzzy beans. Yours truly had the brown sugar latte with almond milk and an extra shot of espresso. It comes with two but I needed three in my life. Delicious. Not overly sweet and got my appropriately caffeinated. Cheers!

Went there early morning on a Sunday. The neighborhood overall is quiet and it is easy to find…read moreparking. The place was not busy in the morning. The vibe was cozy and living room like. Great spot to work from! The barista was very friendly. Ordered a vanilla iced latte and a vanilla hot latte. Definitely recommend the iced latte over the hot latte. Overall a 8.5/10.