Food is really amazing!!! They have a variety of choices for breakfast as well as signature lattes and awesome Vietnamese coffee!!! love their avocado toast and the best part are the desserts! Must try. Chairs can use some upgrade but otherwise clean. read more

Came here on Friday of comic con. There was a good sized line. It moved fast though! They have smoothies, coffee, tea, food, sweets. This looked like a nice place to grab a bite so we stopped in. We ordered the breakfast burrito with no avocado, a BLTA, and avocado toast with egg on top. The drinks came out within reason but then we were stuck waiting . People before us had received their food. Finally after 30 mins I got my burrito and of course it had avocado on it. I ate the side that didn't have it but I was bummed to pay, wait 30 mins, and get it wrong. But I wasn't about to complain and be forced to wait longer for a correct version. Our friend who ordered the avocado toast went up and asked if hers would be done soon and they said they didn't have that order in the system.they scrambled to make it and handed it to her and totally forgot the egg she paid extra for. They took it back and added an extra egg as an apology but by then it had been 40 mins. The food isn't bad but the wait was far from worth it. I'd rather go to a chain and get something quicker. I love to support small business but this was not worth it in any way. Also hard to wait that long while the meal wasn't cheap in any means. Just disappointed. read more

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Truth - we were actually en route to the pancake place across the street, but when we saw the atrocious line outside... for pancakes.... we said nope. Especially with two hangry toddlers in tow. No way any pancake is worth that kind of meltdown. So we came across Skybound, which was conveniently right next door. We checked out the menu and the display and figured why not. We ordered a breakfast burrito, a croissant sandwich, and breakfast sandwich, as well as banana bread muffin top, acai bowl, and tropicala sunrise tea. Okay, the muffin top was shockingly good, and it came with this fluffy cream that wasn't even advertised. Smother some of that fluffy cream on top of the warmed muffin top, and my husband and I were in heaven. Hands down our favorite thing from the meal, which was very unexpected. The sandwiches and burrito were okay. Just a bunch of your typical cafeteria style breakfast fare - eggs, sausage, avocado, etc. placed into a tortilla or between some bread. I don't think I'd get any of that again, but it was convenient because the family was hungry. The acai bowl was very good. I actually liked that it clearly wasn't made freshly at that moment and instead came out of the freezer and was then topped with fresh fruit. The frozen acai was easier to eat, less messy, and tolerated the heat longer. All pros with 2 little toddlers. Our least favorite thing was the sunrise tea. It tasted like a dull Arizona tea, and I don't even like Arizona teas. Would rather try a milkier drink if we were ever back. Conveniently located next to a children's park and children's museum. Good service. Great for outdoor seating. read more

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Very nice owner, and I liked that they make their own almond milk, syrups, and other ingredients -- that's a big plus. The place itself feels a bit old, slightly dirty, and messy, and the interior design is kind of all over the place. That said, the kitchen looked clean, which matters more. I got an Earl Grey lavender, and it was brewed fresh after ordering, which I appreciated. There's a restroom and plenty of seating. They have a few toast and pastry options, but not a lot of variety. Overall, some good ideas and nice service, but the environment makes it hard for me to come back. read more

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Nothing but good things to say about this place! I was in town for Comic-Con and came since it's not too far from the convention center. Though slightly pricey, the skybound sandwich is so good, and I would buy again. I also really enjoyed the blueberry limeade, refreshing and perfect. The workers were all exceptionally friendly, and though the inside isn't the prettiest, it was a great rest stop with good food, nice people, and great vibes. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - sky Skybound Sandwich, blueberry limeade - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing place for coffee, tea, desserts, and delicious food! There are so many great coffee options to choose from, and I've been coming here since they first opened--12 years ago! They just keep getting better and better with time, like a fine wine. I love supporting Skybound. The team is always so kind, hardworking, welcoming, and incredibly accommodating. Thank you, Skybound, for consistently creating such a wonderful place for the community. Wishing you many more years of success! read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Their New UBE drink with bobaYUMMMY!!!! - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Their coffee is amazing, as well as their assortment of pastries. The service is always amazing. As well as the ambiance. I highly recommend the horchata cold brew, and the Vietnamese coffee. They also have an amazing lavender coffee that's a cold brew. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - This the House Baked Croissant. Nice fluffy and delicious. - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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I ordered 2 pesto sandwiches and after I took my first bite I realized my bread was moldy. I informed the cashier and she offered to make another for me and my daughter but I said no as I would not eat the sandwich comfortably anymore so I requested a refund. My daughter asked for a Tiramisu while talking to the cashier and I ended up ordering the house made banana muffin that was freshly baked. I never received my refund and according to online prices, both items (tiramisu & banana muffin) combined do not add to the price of both pesto sandwiches. My husband ordered a Fiji water bottle and was charged for it too. I didn't have the time to go back after we left but she should have just charged me the difference not kept all the money - 0 stars. read more

Won't take cash so that they can charge you a 10% credit card fee. I have not been there Skybound Coffee where there was no more desserts and stale coffee, and I was there around 1 pm Fair to poor. I have not been there close to 2 years and they still have dark plastic bag over a wall. I thought they had fixed it, but not yet. read more

Aside from their desserts and pastries being delicious one of my favorite drinks here is their iced Thai tea which for whatever reason is very creamy in a good way and tasty. My go to coffee is their iced salted caramel latte it's delicious! I also recommend trying their freshly baked croissants, especially as soon as they're hot out of the oven. read more

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We're visiting from Idaho, and this coffee shop is a true downtown gem. The Vietnamese coffee is hands-down the best I've ever had -- perfectly balanced, rich, and absolutely delicious. Breakfast offerings are made to order, fresh, and full of flavor. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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"It was a pleasure to you." When was the last time someone said that to me.... I can't remember, but the barista said this to me and just made my day. Great customer service and very friendly. I was torn between the Nutella peanut butter latte and a traditional latter. The barista offered me a sample and I ended up with the traditional latte. Great experience. I walked to this location. Casual atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating. Hi-Fives are free per the poster in the front -- come and get yours! read more

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Located in downtown SD, I found parking on the street for free. Skybound has outdoor and indoor seating. Ambiance is lively with a skeleton dressed up sitting at booth. Service was good. The mini cheesecake was good with a Graham cracker crust. The cinnamon roll was tiny. read more

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Nice atmosphere and decent selection of coffee and desserts, but the experience was a bit inconsistent. The drinks were okay, though not as flavorful as expected, and the service felt a little slow during our visit. The desserts looked great but some were overly sweet. Still a good place to hang out, but there's definitely room for improvement. read more

so slow. absolutely ridiculous. nice menu beautiful desserts in the case. don't recommend for sandwiches unless you have lots of time and no where else to be. disappointing read more

Pros: + Amazing desserts + Great Staff + Wonderful coffee drinks + Great for date nights Cons: - Pricey - Small interior IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC read more

Located in the heart of San Diego near the Gaslamp Quarter District, this little coffee shop is chill and relaxing. They have a very cute space, not a lot of seats. I was able to try their homemade blueberry lemonade and it was delicious and refreshing. Service was friendly and since there wasn't anyone else but us at the time, we got to chit chat with the barista. Would recommend trying out their homemade creations. read more

Let's start with very nice service! The man who helped me was friendly and smiling. The coffee was lukewarm (I had a simple coffee from a pump coffee canister). The banana nut muffin top was fresh and very good! I think it's an older space, as the behind the counter situation is old, unkept, and if the area the customer can see is not well cared for, I imagine the kitchen is the same. Looks like they have construction going on with large tarps covering part of the restaurant. If you're in Marina District and need a quick coffee, it's fine. read more

The owner (I think) was so much fun! It was a pleasure to chat with him and do business with him. He was incredibly knowledgeable about his coffee and other products, the food (breakfast taco - could only eat half!) was fabulous and the atmosphere was so fun -- loved getting our pic taken with the resident skeleton sitting at one of the tables. And they served mimosas with breakfast! HIGHLY recommend this business! read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Resident skeleton buddy! - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I'll start by saying a 3 star ranking to me is an average place that I would go to again if someone wanted to go there, but wouldn't be my first choice. The coffees are on par price wise with other shops in the area and the flavors are good, but not super memorable. They have a gelato counter, so I will likely come back for an affogato in the near future! The sitting area is relatively small, but there were open tables on a Tuesday morning! read more

Loved my visit here. The employees were so friendly and fun, and gave lots of helpful information about their menu, which is very impressive. Quality food and ingredients. I had the avocado toast and a green smoothie. Delicious! I wish I'd discovered them earlier in my trip so that I could go back. Great vibe as well. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Avocado toast with a ramen soft boiled egg - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Walked in for breakfast and left with a full belly and a solid laugh. Had a croissant loaded with bacon, sausage, eggs, and cheese, plus a smoothie and Nutella cold brew that hit the spot -- but the real MVP? The owner, who was sarcastic in the best, most hilarious way. 10/10 would go back just for the banter. read more

Amazing flavors crafted with care. The team at Skybound is friendly, helpful, kind. The food is soooo tasty! We came back three times in 2 days because of the vibes and the flavors. Croissants baked here, so yummy. We had the French sandwich, coffees and teas with boba, and the Cloud-which is a fancy high-end restaurant dessert with the perfect balance of flavors. Love! read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - The Cloud - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow. Best cortado i've ever had in my whole life. Best croissant i've ever had in my whole life. I promise I am not exaggerating. I typically stick to the same order from coffee shop to coffee shop so that I could truly compare things. I didn't know what to expect because the coffee shop was empty when I walked in and because there was a portion of the cafe that was under construction, but the coffee and croissant truly surprised me. Their croissants were freshly baked in Skybound that morning! I learned that all their coffees are organic and ethical. They also make their oat and nut milks in house, which makes me feel so confident that I'm getting my drinks without any additives. Their baristas Savannah and Alex were so sweet helpful to my baby and I. There was both plenty outdoor and indoor seating. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for kind service, and delicious clean eats. read more

Staff was very friendly and chatted with us. Patient and sweet with my 10 year old. The interior is nice and cozy. I got the hulk acai bowl which was delicious. I also got the avocado toast. The bread was really flavorful and cooked just the right amount. I liked that the mozzarella on top was little cubes. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Avocado toast - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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The owner/manager is so personable and cool! We're here from NYC and stopped here on a whim and couldn't be happier. I ordered an ice matcha with lavender and vanilla and it is divine. He makes the matcha in shop and it is delicious. I also ordered a pistachio cube bc i've never seen it before, so I may as well get that while I am here. And I also wanted a little chickie pesto sandwich. My husband got a chimichurri toast he said was delicious and a mochachino. Too bad we're heading back to NY today or else we would be making a daily stop here while on vacation! read more

Amazingly delightful coffee and dessert bar. I had the Vietnamese iced coffee and a blueberry muffin top (the best part of the muffin!). Both were delicious. And the owner/manager Alex was equally delightful. It's definitely worth your while to stop by. When you do say hello to Alex for me ;) read more

i received rotten avocado on my bagel. this is absolutely disgusting. never going back here. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here for a quick breakfast before our flight. The male with blonde hair was the only person working at the time, and because there were so many people he was visibly stressed. Even so, he was so respectful to everyone he served. An unfortunate incident occurred where a man stole someone else's food... cue a TON of stress from both the customer who got food stolen from, and also the barista. I felt bad for everyone involved. The barista was already at a level 9 stress level before that incident, and then it got even worse. While I understood the frustration from the customers, hey, it wasnt the baristas fault. Crappy situation for everyone except the stupid thief. Anywho, I got a latte and some breakfast croissants and a blueberry muffin. Latte was good - nothing to write home about. Croissants were good! I appreciated that he cut it in half - a small but super appreciated gesture. Luckily by the time I was leaving, two additional baristas came so the guy had (much needed) backup. Over 5 stars for service. However, bathroom was pretty nasty and overall cleanliness of the place wasn't the cleanest, with visible signs of wear and tear over the years. read more

The coffee is great... but the star of the show was Alex!! He was awesome, customer service was top tier...he gave us some solid suggestions.. read more

This is such a hidden gem in downtown. The cafeteria isn't big, but the quality of its food is outstanding. We ordered an avocado toast and a tiramisu. The toast was perfectly toasted, and the sauce on top was exceptional. I liked the way it had a touch of vinegar--it added a nice kick. Great choice! read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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A wonderful corner cafe with an excellent loose leaf tea selection, and authentically friendly service! Alex took the time to explain the different options since I wanted an unsweetened tea latte, and then brewed up a really delicious one while serving several other people all at once, and being so polite and friendly to every single customer. Later on I saw him leap into action to help a patron with a cane who was having trouble carrying her items on her own to a table. You don't come across this sort of unfailingly positive attitude every day. His good energy really made my morning. The location has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with a variety of table setups including a lounge area if that's your vibe. Oh, and as for the latte? Delicious. And reasonably priced. Honestly I'm thinking about sticking around and trying another one of their tea latte flavors when this one is done. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Interior decor - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I was on a mission to find a really good chai latte that I could enjoy inside a nice coffee shop on a chilly morning. After an extensive Yelp search, I chose Skybound Coffee because they have two chai latte options. I decided on the powdered chai that is made in-house over the loose-leaf. Wow! The flavor was so good and I haven't been able to find anything close to it since. The staff were very friendly to me and each customer that I saw. They offered recommendations and provided service with a smile. While I didn't partake of the desserts, they did look amazing. I also appreciated that they offer free WiFi and that they have tables with regular chairs where I could sit to enjoy my latte. Why do I mention this? Because in my Yelp search I noticed that many coffee shops in the area only had backless bar stools for seating and I find that uncomfortable. Will definitely return to Skybound coffee the next time I find myself in San Diego. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - The best chai latte! - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great service. Our server was very pleasant and took the time to explain their specialties. He also handled a difficult situation with a local residents dog peeing on his sign with class. read more

Really cute little cafe with a great variety of food. The original açaí bowl is a really great, lightly sweet treat. It's also dog friendly! The bathroom requires a key which I accidentally left in the bathroom but the cashier kindly told me that it happens more than I think. She then brought out another key to open the door! There's parking in front of the store, on the street, or you can park in other garages around the corner. read more

Skybound Coffee & Dessert Lounge - Original Acai Bowl - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing customer service, very personable. The vibe felt like that cute coffee cafe in friends type of atmosphere. And to top it all off the coffee and pastries were really good! Reasonable prices. Just an overall great local coffee shop! Highly recommend! read more

This place is close to the Gaslamp Quarter. It has more than 10 tables / seating places. Plenty of plugs are available for charging devices - if you are in town for a conference, this is a nice resting place. I got the horchata cold brew and really enjoyed it. My server was friendly and attentive! read more

Cute coffee shoppe near Gaslamp area. Clean and cozy. Staff worker was nice and helpful. Made drinks fresh . Our drinks were delicious; I ordered a Thai iced tea with boba and my boyfriend ordered an iced latte. Check in on yelp for a free cookie read more

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First of all, I love the young people who work there. Mikayla, Omar, etc. But Alex, who frequently opens is unbelievable. This morning I stopped in after my morning walk just to say "Hi" as I always do. I told him I only had cash (everyone else there accepts it for a small purchase), and he pulled an ATTITUDE on me!!!!!!!!!!! I left just throwing up my arms and he started at me out the window, so I went back. He told me not to curse at him, WHEN I DID NOT UTTER A SINGLE PROFANITY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He has a serious attitude problem and I hope the owner reads this. Not the first time this has happened and the others just shrug when his name comes up. read more

Skybound's coffee is delicious and more fairly priced than other cafes and coffee franchises around the area. I've had their food, desserts, and plenty of their vast variety of beverages. All have been great. Their espresso and their many ways of brewing their coffees are a true italian staple of this spot. Suggestion: order online. Sometimes they're super busy in the morning and everything is carefully made, so give them a break if they take longer than usual on certain days. read more

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