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Amazing place, must try. Amazing music, vibes and plants. It's a plant store / cafe. The drinks and food is amazing. Great drink selection on and off the menu. Big refrigerators for other bottled beverages and snacks. The service is quick and professional, they also have online option to order but it's a great spot to cool off and breath some fresh air in the botanical selection.
This place is amazing . Me and my boyfriend were looking for a late night pick me up and this place popped up . We walked in and were greeted with a ton of plants . You wait in line to order at the register . I got the chia parfait and the quick question and my boyfriend got a characturie board for us to snack on . We waited about five minutes or so for our drinks . I really enjoyed the drink I got it was very refreshing and not too sweet . The chia parfait was pretty good and it had the perfect chocolate texture to it . I also liked how they had a nice selection of drinks other than coffee . There is plenty of seating in here as well which is always nice .
Wow this spot is really incredible, unique and has delicious coffee. Also shoutout to the barista who helped us with our order when there was a menu confusion issue and made it right - thank you so much! Inside is filled with plants since they are inside Terra Bella Nursery with a wide selection of plants trees and more. Spacious and good vibes for the tables and seating in various spots. They have an extensive menu with matcha or espresso and even non coffee options. Pastries in the display case and the real winner was the breakfast burritos from the food truck outside. You order at the register then go outside to grab them. Loved the giant disco ball too inside the nursery. 5/5 would come back.
Selva Coffee House is an amazing and super cute coffee shop located inside a plant nursery. I visited early in the morning on a weekday and the place was not very full. They have an amazing menu of drinks, pastries and also breakfast items. Placing an order was very easy and the staff was very kind. Please note that if you order breakfast items, you need to pick them up at a different area of the nursery. For my first time I went with an iced coffee and ordered their cheese danish. The coffee was delicious and exactly what I needed after my flight to San Diego. The cheese danish was probably one of the best I've ever had, and I am still dreaming about it. The place has cute vibes and plenty of tables to hang out or work remotely. They also have a nice selection of unique items that I think make perfect gifts. Overall, this was such a unique find, and I can't wait to come back during my next trip to San Diego!
It's such a vibe here. Perfect place for a date. If you have a green thumb or are artistic, you'd absolutely love this stakeout. They have plants, coffee, snacks...what is there not to love? You're also met with lots of crafts, such as stickers, postcards, candles, etc. There was a line when I came. Not particularly long, it went by pretty quick because I got distracted from all the goodies while standing in line. I ended up getting a El Jefe latte (brown sugar espresso) to start, and it was pretty good! Above average and was easy to drink, not too acidic. The brown sugar syrup was okay, I'd get something else the next time. Wait times were pretty long, but the chance to walk around and see pretty flowers, rocks, and plants make it not such a bad thing at all. There are a few tables, but there weren't enough for my party when I went in the late afternoon (5pm-ish) Plenty of parking, and cafe employees are extremely sweet and cheerful. They say green vibrant plants bring your high cortisol levels down. Would def recommend if you're in search of a new cafe. If you're coming from the airport, it's not too far and you can squeeze in a coffee/souvenir run!
Super cute hole in the wall coffee shop located within Terra Bella nursery. I came here on a weekday around 11am and was surprised at how busy it was. Super cute decor paired with all the greenery from the nursery makes this spot a great photo opp. The coffee itself was just okay, but was very aesthetically pleasing. Selva is a great spot to grab a quick bite or drink while wandering around the nursery and admiring all the wonderful plants.
My sister-in-law and I came to this coffee shop because of its great reviews and how cute it looked. The atmosphere was definitely charming, but there was one thing that concerned us. The dairy milk was left sitting out for over an hour, which was disappointing to see. Thankfully, we ordered oat milk, but it's something customers should be aware of if they plan on ordering drinks with dairy milk. As for the drinks, mine tasted a bit artificial, while my sister-in-law enjoyed hers and thought it was good. Overall, the shop has a cute vibe, but there are some areas that could use improvement.
Super unique location for a coffee shop and plant nursery. The combo I didn't know I needed. Local gem worth checking out. Lots of interesting coffee options. Ranging from the classics (drip, latte, cappuccino...) to the unusual (banana matcha) and so many different foam options. The staff were patient and helpful in explaining their menu to me. There are also pastries and a cooler of canned drinks as well. Some tables available, but it'd also be fun to take a walk and look at all the plants while sipping your drink. I got the banana latte with marshmallow cold foam with the "pop tart" pastry and both were really good.
Okay what? Selva, you've gotten a MAJOR upgrade and have become the Secret Garden of my dreams. I almost hesitate to bid y'all to give it another chance 'cuz I don't wanna be without a seat when I come next. But hey, we can share a table I used to come to Selva months ago to wait out traffic before dance class nearby, but seating was always hard to find: 7-8 tables cramped around one large tree in the center of the coffee area which, as many of you may remember, inhabited just 1/4th of the huge warehouse room it is situated in. As of May 2026 (and before, but this is my date of visit), the seating now stretches all the way to the back of the warehouse room. Circle tables with 1, 3, 5 green chairs nestled between large potted plants so you and your besties (or just your laptop) can vibe together amidst all the shared oxygen. AMBIENCE: 4.5/5 Bury me in a sea of green and I'm a happy girl. San Diego is a relatively newer city so it's hard to find brick anything... but here, in this tall expanse of a painted brick building, light flows in through the row of windows near the ceiling; planet-looking plants twirl, hung overhead. That's not even mentioning the whole plant warehouse this shop is attached to -- 2 more large rooms PLUS a whole outside filling to the brim with gorgeous greenery. If your brain gets tired working, it's so nice to peruse the plant aisles beneath the huge twirling disco ball in the plant room attached. I deducted .5 points because it's not in the nicest part of town; you may run into folks on the street here. If you're a lone woman, keep your wits about you as you're walking at night... but I've never had a problem. DRINKS / FOOD: 4/5 I don't remember seeing if there is prepared food here, but I do see snacks (chips, baked goods) and refrigerated drinks GALORE, plus a whole middle section of cute gifts no one has a need for, but every last desire for. Today I got the "Funny Business", a banana/cinnamon-infused latte, half sweet, WITHOUT the banana-infused cream cloud on top, as ya girl must skip out on the dairy. I was delightfully surprised at how strong the coffee is -- I remember it being quite weak before. However, the drink without the cream top on its own is not that flavorful. I'm a good coffee / latte lover -- not a cream top one. I wouldn't say this place is for the coffee-serious (which is why I give it 4 stars out of 5), but they have so many inventive drinks for the sweet drinker. I do appreciate the variety of snacks and drinks they have here -- I am gluten free, so it's nice to have access to chips and not just gluten-full baked goods I can't eat, which most shops are known for. PARKING: 4/5 I mean... it could be worse. You're in an industrial part of town right next to the freeway, they couldn't exactly plan for a parking lot of their own here when building. [There IS a parking lot, but it's for people shopping for plants.] Parking is along the front of the warehouse and in the street perpendicular to it. If it's REALLY crazy, you can keep going down the street the warehouse is on and find parking down there. I've never had an issue with parking, but I come on Friday afternoons when the PLNU students etc. are likely not here. 4/5 for me. It's rare to find a place like this anywhere (just don't come expecting the best third wave coffee). Come enjoy a rare oasis of greenery and sweet drinks right near the water. And if you're feeling really inspired, head on down to Sunset Cliffs a few miles down to close out the night with an unforgettable view
Everything about Selva gives! I am truly obsessed with everything about this place. Staying nearby, I was on the hunt for matcha. My companion pointed out Selva, and I knew we had to go. From just stepping in, I was blown away. Located in the Terra Bella Nursery, this place was gorgeous and took over one part of the nursery. It was so lush and green with plants everywhere. There were a good number of tables spaced out, and with the plants everywhere, it provided a bit of privacy. It was quite clean, good music, and a chill atmosphere. Most customers were my age, either hanging out or studying. I'd recommend this place for that! The workers were all super friendly and kind, and drinks came out quickly! I came here on two occasions, the first being in the morning, when I got a Funny Business with Oat Milk. I was in love, it tasted like a banana, great, but with an aftertaste of matcha. It was sweet, creamy, and tasty. In the second round, I came in the evening and got the Slow Clap with Oat Milk. There was a present guava taste, and it was a nice balance of fruity and earthy. I got both drinks with matcha, and the presentation was so pretty! I also loved how they don't charge additionally for non-dairy milk. Selva Coffee House was the only cafe I visited during my short trip to San Diego, but I never yearned for more because it's perfect. I loved the vibes and the drinks and the fact it was so dog I'd definitely come back again. There's free parking in the Terra Bella Nursery lot, plus on the street.
The aesthetic and smell of the coffee with the plants so the end of relaxing music and plenty of seating it was an amazing experience just being here I would definitely come back next time I'm in San Diego. Coffee selection was plentiful and delicious to even have seasonal items, service was great. we came close to closing and they were still attentive.
My FAVORITE BANANA MATCHA IN SD! The "funny business" matcha is hands down the best and my favorite banana matcha ever! It's also very reasonably priced at $7! Banana + honey + espresso/matcha + milk + banana cloud cream + cinnamon, this is a banana bread dreammm, it hits every time I get it. My friend got it as the espresso and said it was delicious as a coffee option too! I've also tried their "trust fund kid" matcha which is an earl grey + espresso/matcha + milk. This one was good but didn't hit as much as the funny business does for me, I feel like I've had stronger earl grey flavor matchas before. My friend got the "slow clap" matcha and said it was delicious too! Guava + matcha/chai + milk + guava cloud cream. I'd be very curious to try this as a chai since I've never seen a guava chai before! My parents got the "loose cannon" espresso and liked it but it seemed pretty basic/standard to me! Irish cream + espresso/matcha + milk + vanilla cloud cream. Seems ideal if you're looking for a good creamy latte w some cute green accents on top! They also got an americano and enjoyed it! $4 isn't bad for espresso + water and they said the coffee blend was good! Seems like the trend amongst what me and my friends have gotten is anything with a flavor and cloud cream is a delicious option. PASTRIES: I've also tried their strawberry orange loaf and it was perfectly moist with natural strawberry orange flavors, I would definitley be interested in trying more of their pastries! Ambiance is fantastic it's inside a giant plant store warehouse so feels like you're in a houseplant jungle while you sip on your morning coffee/matcha. Also gives you something to do since you can explore and window shop while you wait for your drink. They have lots of other cute cards and little Knick knacks lining the area to line up to place your order too so there's always something to capture your attention! Also a good amount of seating and you get to sit amongst all of the lovely plants and feel the fresh air! Service has been pretty fast every time I've come especially given how busy they've been on the weekend when I've come. (Albeit be prepared to wait 15-20+ min on a busy holiday weekend). When they're busy they'll have someone at the counter taking orders alongside someone on a tablet to speed things up. You get a text notification when your drink is done so no need to wait around the counter. There's also a little TV where names and estimated wait times are updated which is super convenient! Parking here is plentiful! There's a parking lot as well as tons of street parking, I've always been able to find parking within a block or two even on mother's day! Overall, I LOVE selva, the funny business matcha alone is enough to keep me coming back! Dare I say this may be my favorite / one of my favorite matcha place in SD! Their drinks are also super cute alongside being super tasty and their interior is so good!
This coffee shop was beautiful and definitely something different from the regular coffee spots.......being surrounded by plants was such a vibe. But my honest review? More hype than flavor when it came to both the coffee and food... it just didn't give. I tried the banana coffee and honestly it wasn't my favorite. I also ordered a chorizo con papa burrito, which for Mexicans is such a simple comfort food, but somehow it missed the mark too. It barely had potato, and the few pieces inside were hard. The service/process was confusing as well. Nobody explained that drinks and food were picked up in different places, so I was left wondering where my food was after getting my coffee. Then the food took another 25 minutes. Between searching for parking, nowhere to sit, long wait times, and the food/coffee not being great, it just wasn't worth the hype to me. There are honestly so many better spots out there. Sadly, I won't be returning.
1 day ago
Who knew getting coffee could be such unique and fun experience! The line was long, but it moved pretty quickly. I ordered the Monkey See latte, which has banana and caramel flavors. It was definitely on the sweeter side, but so good! I also got an everything bagel with cream cheese, which I really enjoyed. I even tried my friend's Peep Show latte, and that was delicious as well. This cute café is connected to Terra Bella Nursery, where you can shop around for plants and even look for the adorable kitties that live there! There's so much to see and explore, and my friends and I ended up spending a good part of the afternoon wandering around and taking everything in. Such a fun little spot for coffee, food, plants, and a cute afternoon adventure. I'd definitely come back! read more
Came back and ordered the Smooth Operator. It took ~15 minutes for the drink to come out FYI on a weekday 9am. There was also plenty of parking still available in the lot, a few open tables too. Spotted an outlet on the wall, but didn't see other outlets since this is half plant nursery! I was originally pretty skeptical of the Smooth Operator... like matcha with mocha (chocolate) AND blackberry AND oat milk? No way that it works. But it did? And it was really good?? I got it half sweet with light ice. It had a solid base of matcha with a tangy blackberry burst and a rounded chocolate finish. The flavors are all individually so strong, idk how they got it to go well together. My friend LOVED the shop, esp the little tie bits and goodies that they sell on the way to the cashier. The disco balls and decor were such a hit. read more
14 days ago
Plants, coffee, dog friendly. Does it get any better? The staff were so nice. It was busy, but they did not care. They still took their time speaking to each person. Lots of cute little gifts to buy also, Multiple little tables surrounded by plants Definitely worth the visit read more
Amazing place, must try. Amazing music, vibes and plants. It's a plant store / cafe. The drinks and food is amazing. Great drink selection on and off the menu. Big refrigerators for other bottled beverages and snacks. The service is quick and professional, they also have online option to order but it's a great spot to cool off and breath some fresh air in the botanical selection. read more
7 days ago
This place is amazing . Me and my boyfriend were looking for a late night pick me up and this place popped up . We walked in and were greeted with a ton of plants . You wait in line to order at the register . I got the chia parfait and the quick question and my boyfriend got a characturie board for us to snack on . We waited about five minutes or so for our drinks . I really enjoyed the drink I got it was very refreshing and not too sweet . The chia parfait was pretty good and it had the perfect chocolate texture to it . I also liked how they had a nice selection of drinks other than coffee . There is plenty of seating in here as well which is always nice . read more
29 days ago
Wow this spot is really incredible, unique and has delicious coffee. Also shoutout to the barista who helped us with our order when there was a menu confusion issue and made it right - thank you so much! Inside is filled with plants since they are inside Terra Bella Nursery with a wide selection of plants trees and more. Spacious and good vibes for the tables and seating in various spots. They have an extensive menu with matcha or espresso and even non coffee options. Pastries in the display case and the real winner was the breakfast burritos from the food truck outside. You order at the register then go outside to grab them. Loved the giant disco ball too inside the nursery. 5/5 would come back. read more
1 month ago
Selva Coffee House is an amazing and super cute coffee shop located inside a plant nursery. I visited early in the morning on a weekday and the place was not very full. They have an amazing menu of drinks, pastries and also breakfast items. Placing an order was very easy and the staff was very kind. Please note that if you order breakfast items, you need to pick them up at a different area of the nursery. For my first time I went with an iced coffee and ordered their cheese danish. The coffee was delicious and exactly what I needed after my flight to San Diego. The cheese danish was probably one of the best I've ever had, and I am still dreaming about it. The place has cute vibes and plenty of tables to hang out or work remotely. They also have a nice selection of unique items that I think make perfect gifts. Overall, this was such a unique find, and I can't wait to come back during my next trip to San Diego! read more
1 month ago
It's such a vibe here. Perfect place for a date. If you have a green thumb or are artistic, you'd absolutely love this stakeout. They have plants, coffee, snacks...what is there not to love? You're also met with lots of crafts, such as stickers, postcards, candles, etc. There was a line when I came. Not particularly long, it went by pretty quick because I got distracted from all the goodies while standing in line. I ended up getting a El Jefe latte (brown sugar espresso) to start, and it was pretty good! Above average and was easy to drink, not too acidic. The brown sugar syrup was okay, I'd get something else the next time. Wait times were pretty long, but the chance to walk around and see pretty flowers, rocks, and plants make it not such a bad thing at all. There are a few tables, but there weren't enough for my party when I went in the late afternoon (5pm-ish) Plenty of parking, and cafe employees are extremely sweet and cheerful. They say green vibrant plants bring your high cortisol levels down. Would def recommend if you're in search of a new cafe. If you're coming from the airport, it's not too far and you can squeeze in a coffee/souvenir run! read more
Super cute hole in the wall coffee shop located within Terra Bella nursery. I came here on a weekday around 11am and was surprised at how busy it was. Super cute decor paired with all the greenery from the nursery makes this spot a great photo opp. The coffee itself was just okay, but was very aesthetically pleasing. Selva is a great spot to grab a quick bite or drink while wandering around the nursery and admiring all the wonderful plants. read more
2 months ago
My sister-in-law and I came to this coffee shop because of its great reviews and how cute it looked. The atmosphere was definitely charming, but there was one thing that concerned us. The dairy milk was left sitting out for over an hour, which was disappointing to see. Thankfully, we ordered oat milk, but it's something customers should be aware of if they plan on ordering drinks with dairy milk. As for the drinks, mine tasted a bit artificial, while my sister-in-law enjoyed hers and thought it was good. Overall, the shop has a cute vibe, but there are some areas that could use improvement. read more
Super unique location for a coffee shop and plant nursery. The combo I didn't know I needed. Local gem worth checking out. Lots of interesting coffee options. Ranging from the classics (drip, latte, cappuccino...) to the unusual (banana matcha) and so many different foam options. The staff were patient and helpful in explaining their menu to me. There are also pastries and a cooler of canned drinks as well. Some tables available, but it'd also be fun to take a walk and look at all the plants while sipping your drink. I got the banana latte with marshmallow cold foam with the "pop tart" pastry and both were really good. read more
Okay what? Selva, you've gotten a MAJOR upgrade and have become the Secret Garden of my dreams. I almost hesitate to bid y'all to give it another chance 'cuz I don't wanna be without a seat when I come next. But hey, we can share a table I used to come to Selva months ago to wait out traffic before dance class nearby, but seating was always hard to find: 7-8 tables cramped around one large tree in the center of the coffee area which, as many of you may remember, inhabited just 1/4th of the huge warehouse room it is situated in. As of May 2026 (and before, but this is my date of visit), the seating now stretches all the way to the back of the warehouse room. Circle tables with 1, 3, 5 green chairs nestled between large potted plants so you and your besties (or just your laptop) can vibe together amidst all the shared oxygen. AMBIENCE: 4.5/5 Bury me in a sea of green and I'm a happy girl. San Diego is a relatively newer city so it's hard to find brick anything... but here, in this tall expanse of a painted brick building, light flows in through the row of windows near the ceiling; planet-looking plants twirl, hung overhead. That's not even mentioning the whole plant warehouse this shop is attached to -- 2 more large rooms PLUS a whole outside filling to the brim with gorgeous greenery. If your brain gets tired working, it's so nice to peruse the plant aisles beneath the huge twirling disco ball in the plant room attached. I deducted .5 points because it's not in the nicest part of town; you may run into folks on the street here. If you're a lone woman, keep your wits about you as you're walking at night... but I've never had a problem. DRINKS / FOOD: 4/5 I don't remember seeing if there is prepared food here, but I do see snacks (chips, baked goods) and refrigerated drinks GALORE, plus a whole middle section of cute gifts no one has a need for, but every last desire for. Today I got the "Funny Business", a banana/cinnamon-infused latte, half sweet, WITHOUT the banana-infused cream cloud on top, as ya girl must skip out on the dairy. I was delightfully surprised at how strong the coffee is -- I remember it being quite weak before. However, the drink without the cream top on its own is not that flavorful. I'm a good coffee / latte lover -- not a cream top one. I wouldn't say this place is for the coffee-serious (which is why I give it 4 stars out of 5), but they have so many inventive drinks for the sweet drinker. I do appreciate the variety of snacks and drinks they have here -- I am gluten free, so it's nice to have access to chips and not just gluten-full baked goods I can't eat, which most shops are known for. PARKING: 4/5 I mean... it could be worse. You're in an industrial part of town right next to the freeway, they couldn't exactly plan for a parking lot of their own here when building. [There IS a parking lot, but it's for people shopping for plants.] Parking is along the front of the warehouse and in the street perpendicular to it. If it's REALLY crazy, you can keep going down the street the warehouse is on and find parking down there. I've never had an issue with parking, but I come on Friday afternoons when the PLNU students etc. are likely not here. 4/5 for me. It's rare to find a place like this anywhere (just don't come expecting the best third wave coffee). Come enjoy a rare oasis of greenery and sweet drinks right near the water. And if you're feeling really inspired, head on down to Sunset Cliffs a few miles down to close out the night with an unforgettable view read more
Everything about Selva gives! I am truly obsessed with everything about this place. Staying nearby, I was on the hunt for matcha. My companion pointed out Selva, and I knew we had to go. From just stepping in, I was blown away. Located in the Terra Bella Nursery, this place was gorgeous and took over one part of the nursery. It was so lush and green with plants everywhere. There were a good number of tables spaced out, and with the plants everywhere, it provided a bit of privacy. It was quite clean, good music, and a chill atmosphere. Most customers were my age, either hanging out or studying. I'd recommend this place for that! The workers were all super friendly and kind, and drinks came out quickly! I came here on two occasions, the first being in the morning, when I got a Funny Business with Oat Milk. I was in love, it tasted like a banana, great, but with an aftertaste of matcha. It was sweet, creamy, and tasty. In the second round, I came in the evening and got the Slow Clap with Oat Milk. There was a present guava taste, and it was a nice balance of fruity and earthy. I got both drinks with matcha, and the presentation was so pretty! I also loved how they don't charge additionally for non-dairy milk. Selva Coffee House was the only cafe I visited during my short trip to San Diego, but I never yearned for more because it's perfect. I loved the vibes and the drinks and the fact it was so dog I'd definitely come back again. There's free parking in the Terra Bella Nursery lot, plus on the street. read more
The aesthetic and smell of the coffee with the plants so the end of relaxing music and plenty of seating it was an amazing experience just being here I would definitely come back next time I'm in San Diego. Coffee selection was plentiful and delicious to even have seasonal items, service was great. we came close to closing and they were still attentive. read more
3 months ago
My FAVORITE BANANA MATCHA IN SD! The "funny business" matcha is hands down the best and my favorite banana matcha ever! It's also very reasonably priced at $7! Banana + honey + espresso/matcha + milk + banana cloud cream + cinnamon, this is a banana bread dreammm, it hits every time I get it. My friend got it as the espresso and said it was delicious as a coffee option too! I've also tried their "trust fund kid" matcha which is an earl grey + espresso/matcha + milk. This one was good but didn't hit as much as the funny business does for me, I feel like I've had stronger earl grey flavor matchas before. My friend got the "slow clap" matcha and said it was delicious too! Guava + matcha/chai + milk + guava cloud cream. I'd be very curious to try this as a chai since I've never seen a guava chai before! My parents got the "loose cannon" espresso and liked it but it seemed pretty basic/standard to me! Irish cream + espresso/matcha + milk + vanilla cloud cream. Seems ideal if you're looking for a good creamy latte w some cute green accents on top! They also got an americano and enjoyed it! $4 isn't bad for espresso + water and they said the coffee blend was good! Seems like the trend amongst what me and my friends have gotten is anything with a flavor and cloud cream is a delicious option. PASTRIES: I've also tried their strawberry orange loaf and it was perfectly moist with natural strawberry orange flavors, I would definitley be interested in trying more of their pastries! Ambiance is fantastic it's inside a giant plant store warehouse so feels like you're in a houseplant jungle while you sip on your morning coffee/matcha. Also gives you something to do since you can explore and window shop while you wait for your drink. They have lots of other cute cards and little Knick knacks lining the area to line up to place your order too so there's always something to capture your attention! Also a good amount of seating and you get to sit amongst all of the lovely plants and feel the fresh air! Service has been pretty fast every time I've come especially given how busy they've been on the weekend when I've come. (Albeit be prepared to wait 15-20+ min on a busy holiday weekend). When they're busy they'll have someone at the counter taking orders alongside someone on a tablet to speed things up. You get a text notification when your drink is done so no need to wait around the counter. There's also a little TV where names and estimated wait times are updated which is super convenient! Parking here is plentiful! There's a parking lot as well as tons of street parking, I've always been able to find parking within a block or two even on mother's day! Overall, I LOVE selva, the funny business matcha alone is enough to keep me coming back! Dare I say this may be my favorite / one of my favorite matcha place in SD! Their drinks are also super cute alongside being super tasty and their interior is so good! read more
This coffee shop was beautiful and definitely something different from the regular coffee spots.......being surrounded by plants was such a vibe. But my honest review? More hype than flavor when it came to both the coffee and food... it just didn't give. I tried the banana coffee and honestly it wasn't my favorite. I also ordered a chorizo con papa burrito, which for Mexicans is such a simple comfort food, but somehow it missed the mark too. It barely had potato, and the few pieces inside were hard. The service/process was confusing as well. Nobody explained that drinks and food were picked up in different places, so I was left wondering where my food was after getting my coffee. Then the food took another 25 minutes. Between searching for parking, nowhere to sit, long wait times, and the food/coffee not being great, it just wasn't worth the hype to me. There are honestly so many better spots out there. Sadly, I won't be returning. read more
Perfect place to bring someone who isn't from San Diego! The space: very aesthetically pleasing, big spaces, big coffee shop, lots of plants, indoor/outdoor spaces The drink: ordered on the online QR code since it said it would be a shorter wait. I ordered the guava matcha with guava cold foam! Probably one of my favorite matchas I have had in SD. The guava is a great complimenting taste. 8.7/10 The service: i waited 45 minutes for a matcha that said it would be done in 9-14 minutes. Personally, that deterred me from ever coming back. 45 minutes for a drink is absolutely crazy. Or at least update your online ordering to an accurate time. Will only return if it's on a weekday or I really really only want the guava matcha. read more
1 month ago
If parking and location wasn't such a pain, I'd come every day. This is a gem of a coffee place hidden instead of the awesome nursery. Since it was our first time, we got a couple of different drinks. I think it was a vanilla latte, matcha, and one other drink. They were all great. We also ordered a handful of pastries. The cinnamon croissant roll was heavenly!! We still dream of that! Plus the little shop and unique knick knacks were fun to browse while we waited for the drinks. And it was super fun to sit with all the plants. Felt like a hidden jungle. read more
This coffee spot is located inside a plant nursery. Parking is rough on the weekends/holidays. They have a small amount of street parking. Order at the register and they will call your name out for you to pick up your food/drink on the side when it is ready. They have a tv on the wall with plants that has everyone's name and length of time until your drink is ready. Tried: got the drinks half sweet because the cloud foam is very sweet by itself. I love that they do not charge extra for alternative milks. Queenie - strawberry matcha was good Deja Vu - coconut matcha was good Hot chocolate - got a hot chocolate for the kiddo with some lucky charms. read more
The inside of this place is beautiful. As soon as you walk in, you are transported to a plant lover's garden. Service was quick and easy, and you can walk the nursery next door while waiting for your drink. Drinks were delicious. Would love to come back. read more
Probably the best customer service I've experienced in a while. The ordering process was super easy and drinks were very quick to come out. The barista was taking his time to give us recommendations and not hurrying us to order. ALSO THE DRINKS WERE BEAUTIFUL!!!!! And yes tasted amazing too!! I got the quick question matcha. Definitely going back for more! read more
Cafecito and plants..... What a wonderful combination. Was In the area and gave this place a try. Cute coffee cafe inside of a nursery. Our beverages were AMAZING!! I also just brought home two baby plants. What we ordered: * Mothertrucker (1/2 sweet) * Monkey See (1/2 sweet) #DiningWithTheAndersons #Cafecito #TryingNewPlaces #PlantBabies #ItsAVibe read more
3 months ago
I swear every time I make a trip to SD they're always coming up with cute coffee shops concepts. I see why this place has people in a chokehold. Coffee shop + plants + live dj?! I ordered one of their signature lavender drinks and they asked for a cell phone number to text when the is ready--they were estimating a 30 min wait. I walked around the nursery and after 30 min and no text I go back to the counter to see my drink had been sitting there and looked watered down like it had been a while. read more
Selva Coffee, tucked inside Terra Bella Nursery, is such a cute and unique spot. The space is filled with plants, high ceilings, and so much greenery, it feels really zen and peaceful. After grabbing a drink, I love walking through the nursery for inspiration. It's honestly such a dreamy environment. The coffee is a bit on the sweeter side for me, but getting it half sweet works well for me and the matcha is really well done. I mostly come here for the vibes, and it never disappoints. They have some seating inside and a ton of space to stand/walk around. Overall, a beautiful, calming place that's perfect if you want to slow down and enjoy a cozy, plant-filled atmosphere. read more
4 months ago
Selva, housed within Terra Bella Nursery's Midway District location, is a cool--now very popular--coffee hangout. I came on a Sunday morning around 10:30am and it was completely packed with families, friend groups, and wanderers of all ages. The atmosphere and vibe are really nice. It's inside a plant nursery, so there are hanging and standing plants literally everywhere, giving you the feeling that you're in a greenhouse. There's a lot of tables, a water station with iced lemon water, and multiple cashiers and baristas to help speed up the ordering and drink-completion processes. The matcha latte I ordered was pretty good, what I'd describe as slightly above average but nothing necessarily mind-bogging or life-altering. It was good matcha, with good milk/sweetness/graininess balance, but it was similar to what you'd find in most small coffee shops. read more
Enjoy a coffee or tea in a splendid green oasis at Selva. Located inside of Terra Bella Nursery, this is one of the most relaxing cafes I've visited. And, it's not just photogenic, because the drinks are good, too. The nursery itself is huge, so you order your drink, and then get to walk around and check out all the plants, and maybe purchase one. The menu at Selva includes lots of matcha options in addition to specialty coffee drinks. I like that they don't charge extra for alternative milks. They do offer some pastry options as well as burritos. I usually just get an oat milk latte and it's always been just right. This is definitely on our list of regular stops when we're in San Diego. read more
This unique coffee shop/nursery is the perfect spot to celebrate Spring! You are surrounded by beautiful, calming greeneries as you sip your coffee and enjoy the pastries and burritos and now you also have NA drinks if that's more your jam. There are so many options for food/snacks and drinks here that it's easy to have friends with different tastes come to this place to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and of course, the service is never disappointing -- they're really friendly! read more
Fact: if you're a plant lover, there's a high probability you're also a coffee or matcha lover. Whoever thought of putting a coffee shop in the middle of a nursery knew exactly what they were doing. Grabbing a drink at Selva Coffee House feels like sipping a latte in the middle of a jungle -- it's stunning, lush, and full of things to look at. They offer a large menu of specialty drinks, matcha‑based drinks, pastries, burritos, and more. There's also the cutest little shop filled with handcrafted items. Inside, they have a fridge and snack section stocked with canned drinks, chips, sandwiches, parfaits, and other grab‑and‑go goodies. Parking is easy with both a nursery lot and street parking. Heads up: this place is usually busy and drinks take a bit of time, but they text you when your order is ready -- and honestly, wandering through the gorgeous nursery makes the wait enjoyable. Try not to take another plant baby home. I always order the Queenie, their specialty strawberry cold‑foam matcha drink. I get it half or quarter sweet, which is the perfect level for me. Milk alternatives don't cost extra, and they even have soy milk. They do have Wi‑Fi and plenty of tables, but it can be hard to snag a spot if you're planning to work -- come early. At least you'll be surrounded by beautiful plants, which is its own kind of therapy. And yes, they're dog‑friendly. One of my favorite coffee shops in San Diego. read more
16 hours ago
My taste and standard for matcha has changed so the matcha really doesn't live up to the hype. It is watery yet has a bitter aftertaste and you can barely taste the matcha. Their drinks are really sweet so we ordered half sweet. -Queenie (2/5): the strawberry cream was good and fruity but the matcha was very light and watery -Funny business (1/5): I like banana cream but the cinnamon was too much and overpowering the whole drink so I couldn't even taste the banana, matcha was super light too Parking is very difficult and there's always a line. The interior is cute and aesthetic and their drinks are fun and creative. However, there's much better matcha places so I will not come back. read more
4 months ago
My taste has changed so I'm leaving another review. Unfortunately their matcha isn't doing it for me anymore. It's very watery and barely tastes like matcha. I got both drinks at half sweet since full sweetness is very sweet. Queenie (3/5): I like the strawberry cream, but the matcha itself was watery and didn't taste like much Funny business (1/5): I love banana cream so was excited to try this, but I wasn't a fan of the cinnamon. It was very overwhelming and I didn't taste the banana The interior is pretty and aesthetic, but parking is very difficult. Since there's usually a line to order, I ordered ahead of time via the Toast app so drinks were ready when I arrived (took about 10 minutes). There's better matcha options in SD so I won't be coming back read more
The easiest 5 star rating of my life. I stumbled upon this beautiful coffee shop / green house because it was 3 minutes away from my hotel and I struck gold. It's a large beautiful space with many tables and seats, nestled between lots of greenery and an amazing music selection, it would be the ideal spot to get some work done. We were rung up by Donny who was extremely kind & helpful. He answered all our questions and recommended us his favorites. Everything we tried was absolutely delicious, that Ube Concha was unique, soft & fluffy. You must try if you go! I will be dreaming about my Earl Grey Latte (the Trust Fund Kid) forever... or at least until I can come back. The Funny Business is perfect for any banana lover... I think it would be delicious as a matcha as well. This experience was already one of a kind but the cherry on top was the fact they have cats living here! We saw Mango, a beautiful calico cat but apparently there are others too! I would make the drive from LA to San Diego again solely to visit this coffee spot, I hope to be back soon! read more
This place is def for plant people! Plants everywhere..never knew a coffee shop inside the nursery. Got there on a Saturday with a group of ladies. The line was long but went fast. The ladies were really really busy..took about 20 minutes to get my coffee. The turkey sandwich was in the fridge. There was a dj playing music. My coffee was great...Obsessed(ube/milk/espresso) I added vanilla cloud. read more
I fell absolutely in love with this coffee shop! From the gorgeous greenery everywhere you look, to the instagram-worthy and delicious drinks, to the trinkets and accessories you can browse while you're in line to order your drink, to the music they played in the background... Selva just ticked all the dang boxes for me. What we tried: Pillow Fight (cotton candy + matcha + milk + cotton candy cloud cream) - 4/5 Queenie (strawberry + matcha + milk + strawberry cloud cream) - 4.5/5 More than Friends (brown sugar + espresso + milk + tiramisu cloud cream) - 5/5 Funny Business (banana + honey + matcha + milk + banana cinnamon cloud cream + cinnamon) - 3/5 This place was just so aesthetically pleasing. It was bright and lively all over the entire area. They had a number of seating that was woven around the plants throughout the coffee shop, so you're actually surrounded by all of these beautiful foliage while sipping your drink of choice for the day. It's also attached to a nursery, so you can definitely browse and do some plant shopping while waiting for the baristas to whip up your drink--it makes the wait go by so much faster! Selva isn't just your typical cafe around the corner. It's exceptionally unique that you'd have to visit and experience being there yourself to know how one of a kind this place truly is. Everything about this place was just *chef's kiss*. Will absolutely come back for more! read more
12 days ago
This place was so amazing!!! The el jefe is really good if you want something strong and straight to business . I got the bee yourself and it was the perfect blend of bold and sweet . My boyfriend and I also shared the perfect storm but it wasn't our favorite of the 3. That one is kind of minty if that's your thing. The ambiance and playlist were 10/10 and the staff were friendly . read more
Everything is fantastic! Terra Bella Nursery is the perfect backdrop to this delicious coffee. The service was friendly and the wait was enjoyable as it allowed time to explore the nursery - the diversity of flora is exceptional and provides a soothing atmosphere. read more
Cute coffee shop inside the Terra Bella Nursery where you can buy a fiddle fig or monstea while waiting for your drink order. They have really cute drink names and interesting concoctions but were way too sweet for me. The service was great with friendly employees. The tables are inside the nursery so it gives off calming vibes. The downside is the little bugs the plants attract that are flying around your drink. The big disco ball inside the actual nursery is great! read more
3 months ago
Prob more like 4.5 stars rounded up! OVERALL: Love the concept of the coffee shop in a plant nursery and I loved all their signature drink options. There's so many to choose from, you can keep coming back to try something else. Plus the nursery is so large with so much to see. WHAT WE GOT: Okie dokie (half water, half milk, extra ice) - definitely more chocolate than coffee flavor; go for it if you like sweeter drinks. Marshmallow cloud foam was really good. Graham crackers more for garnish, couldn't really taste it. Egg and chorizo breakfast burrito - okay flavor but not bad for a quick grab and go morning meal. It really is just egg and chorizo in a burrito (no other fillings like potato or cheese) but that makes sense for its price! OTHER NOTES: - They offer decaf options - They have a small parking lot - They're tucked away in an industrial area - Dine in at one of their many tables or walk around and explore their expansive nursery! - based on their IG, they also host night events with alcohol! read more
5 months ago
Dropped in on a Saturday morning and it was bustling! I love the vibe they've created with tables interspersed between plants, it makes you feel like you're sitting in a jungle. Don't be too intimidated by the line, it can take a bit of time to order and get your coffee but it's worth it! If you're in a rush, you can also place an online order before you arrive. The options for lattes, matcha, espresso, and coffee are endless. There also are a ton of food options including pastries, burritos, and fruit. I enjoyed an orange pistachio muffin (warmed up of course) and it was DELISH. The perfect pairing for my iced shaken brown sugar espresso. It's a great spot to enjoy a coffee and journal or read a book read more
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