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    3.0 (61 reviews)
    Open 4:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Christine P.

    The iced gingerbread oatmilk chai is FIRE! And, huge props to the artist of the special sign sitting at the drive-thru - she did a great job!

    VinhPhuc N.

    It's a great place and very convenient for getting my daily coffee before work. The staff is friendly and always greets you with a smile.

    Stephanie A.

    So we've been on a roadrtip for just slightly over 2 hrs with no STOPS were a lil tired so we wanted a starbiess and stretch our legs a bit. (We still have 3 more hours to go.... This was at 2:02pm 7/27/25 as I headed to the register the guys looked busy and instead of waiting around I asked for the bathroom code. Very rude and snotty he replies with Yeah you gotta buy something.... I said yes that why I'm here for and I said ok can I order ? Remember both employees were busy one was making drinks and the other taking out the trash. ... he proceeds to really loud say the code very annoyed by his tone. Kinda threw me off ok so don't take my order? Head to potty and when I come out both employees were staring at me as I came out ... it was weird on top of being rude 2x already. And one of our drinks was wrong. The guy who rung me up didn't let me use my starbies point (he's the one taking out the trash) . The other picture is the tall Caucasian who was rude . They both were rude in their own way. I usually have pleasant service at all Starbucks nobody here was happy to work there

    This is the "trenta" ice cup

    The service here is bad whoever is on drive thru is rude, yesterday I came and got a drink the way the "barista" was "able to do it , today I went to another location in the morning to get a drink, it melted because I didn't drink it , since it was a cold drink i came and ask for a Trenta ice cup with they said"we can't give you ice if you don't buy nothing starting Monday" which I answered that I have a drink but it melted " and the guy así well just to let you know we can't give you ice if you don't buy nothing.... do I have to buy something even though I have something already? I see why this location it's always empty, honestly I didn't even argue just said thx and left, the experience isn't good save your self a bad experience just go to another location , hope you guys see how your baristas are treating the costumers thx

    Jack M.

    Stopped in this newly opened Starbucks on the corner of Spring St. & Palm, at the entrance of the city of La Mesa. The store offers a drive through and all the other typical offerings. I had a grande Caffè Misto in a mug and a sprouted wheat toasted bagel with butter. The misto was a little strong, with the Pikes, so I had them hit with a little Veranda and that seemed to mellow it out. The ratio of steamed milk to coffee could of been a little closer too. The toasted sprouted bagel was very good. It is one of my favorite items to eat at Starbucks. I like that they toasted it well, as I requested, but I still do not like that they have not gone back to Kerrygold butter made from grass fed cows. I miss it. Service was good. The young lady who took my order inside was very cool and had a good sense of humor. Nice addition.

    * When I receive my drink like this.. that's when you know they correctly made it ! Iced shaken espresso with brown sugar syrup *
    Iris M.

    Updated my review from almost 2 years ago from 5 stars to 3 stars... 2 stars removed for accuracy of drink and service. This place is my go to, my only issue is that it's a hit or miss. I am not a morning person and don't have time to make my own coffee in the am... so I literally order 5x a week before I head to work ( i know - it's bad ! ) but you'd think they memorize this drink by now or at least acknowledge my order and name. It's a hit or miss because the ones that I have seen there longer are more friendly and sociable but there's a few that don't greet you when you walk in for your pick up order or when at the drive thru, I've had a few times where they get my order wrong and give me a total cost when I always pay through the app ahead of time. I hope the service here changes. My SAME order every time I order is made differently each time. Either too much milk and no coffee or NOT completely filled to the top as if they poured some out. I appreciate you all for staying open for us but as a customer service manager, please genuinely acknowledge everyone coming in and not just look down making drinks while talking to each other. I usually say thank you out loud when I receive my drink when inside and no one responds or turns around so I stopped saying it out loud because it feels so odd that they all ignore me.

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    They literally told my 7 year old daughter she can't get anything for her birthday because she didn't have the app... she's 7...

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    They are not taking personal cups due to the corona virus but they will give you a discount is they see your personal cup

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    Kenny was FANTASTICCCCCC!! definitely took care of us and made our day by having great customer service and making us laugh!!

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    Public Square

    Public Square

    4.5
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    My new favorite coffee spot! I'm currently in my pandan obsession era and this place does it RIGHT…read more I've already been back more times than I can count. So far, I've tried the pandan, the brown sugar, and the sesame latte all iced w/ oat milk and they've all been a hit. The pandan is easily my fave, but if you're trying the brown sugar and don't love super sweet drinks I'd recommend adding an extra shot to balance it out. The drinks are consistently good and you can tell they really care about the quality. It's one of those spots you keep thinking about and end up going back to without even planning it. Customer service was solid and there's plenty of seating, which makes it a nice place to hang out or get some work done. Parking was also easy, which is always a win. Highly recommend checking this place out especially if you're a pandan lover like me!

    Public Square has been closed since April after staff walked out and eventually quit due to unpaid…read morewages. Unfortunately, this place was on the decline leading up to these events. It would usually take a half hour to get a simple drink order. Food that was previously wow turned into meh (I'm looking at you, shashuka). I don't blame the baristas. I don't think the business owners ever properly streamlined their ordering process / menu to get items out effectively. I hope we get something nice to replace this space.

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    Lightbulb Coffee

    Lightbulb Coffee

    4.0
    (626 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty packed but this place offers several seats…read moreinside and a few tables outside as well. Ordered two coffees, the coconut coffee & the Turkish hazelnut coffee. The coconut coffee has real coconut flakes in it,which makes the overall taste come through much better. The Turkish coffee has so much depth in flavor and was nicely balanced. Tried the chocolate chip cookie here and it was big enough to share between two people. Looking forward to coming back to try other drinks.

    Update after the owner's response:…read more I appreciate the response, but I stand by my experience. Whether the wait was 5 minutes or 20, we were standing at the pickup counter after receiving a notification that our order was ready, and no one acknowledged us until we spoke up. During a rush, communication still matters. I also want to clarify that I never claimed to have a dairy intolerance or allergy, because I do not. I simply stated that all of us became sick shortly after consuming the drinks and pastry we purchased there. I never claimed to know the exact cause -- only the timing of what occurred. What disappointed me most was not just the experience itself, but the defensive and dismissive tone of the response instead of a more professional acknowledgment of a customer concern. I genuinely wanted to enjoy this place because it is cute and came recommended to me, but unfortunately this was my experience.

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    Red White and Badass Brew

    Red White and Badass Brew

    4.7
    (111 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Drive-thru

    If you're in the La Mesa area of San Diego and you need a quick caffeine fix, this little…read moredrive-thru packs a big punch. I was on my way to church and needed an early cup and was surprised how many shops were not open at 7 AM. I'm sure I could have found a Starbucks but that's always reserved for a last resort. Big props to this spot being open early on a Sunday morning, so I could make it to church prayed up and fully caffeinated. The barista opened right on time (7 AM) I loved how friendly she was for it being that early, and she got me my drink within 3-4 minutes. I am not a big coffee drive-thru guy, but if I lived in the area, especially knowing it is veteran owned, I might become one. Thanks guys and best of luck!

    This was my second time at this coffee establishment, I remember really liking it my first visit so…read moredecided to try something new! I unfortunately chose the wrong line and got stuck behind this cop who was ordering but also decided to get out and help capture a lost dog which made 3 other cars cut in line ahead of me... the workers were very sweet and noticed I had been waiting and came out right away to help and make sure I got my order taken! The la mesa latte was super yummy and while I'm not the biggest fan of cold foam on lattes this one was pleasantly good! I had also gotten a bagel with cream cheese which I don't believe was toasted and would say that was the only downside but the delicious amount of cream cheese definitely helped.

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    Brew Coffee Spot

    Brew Coffee Spot

    4.5
    (634 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    I've been coming here for months and seriously love getting the cinnamon roll and cinnamon roll…read morelatte! The latte itself is so tasty, it has a good balance of strong and sweetness. I get it every single time im here. I'd also recommend the Mexican iced chocolate latte. It's also strong yet sweetened to perfection. The service here is always good and the employees always greet you. I like to come here to study and just sit outside to take in the morning air. I love the view of cowles mountain as well. It's a great spot if you wanna study, they have free wifi if you purchase something so that's a plus. I recommend trying the cinnamon roll latte!

    For a few years now, I've been buying my beans, five pounds at a time, from Brew Coffee Spot in La…read moreMesa. I like the roasting profile they use, and for a while, they've stocked a Costa Rica Sonora Black-Honey Natural that is just fantastic. Joe Paraiso, the owner, is a very experienced coffee purveyor, and he's been incredibly kind to me, sharing his time and knowledge to make sure I get what I want. And, not for nothing, when I'm at Brew Coffee Spot picking up the beans I ordered online, I always have a coffee. Joe either does a great job of training his baristas, or he's REALLY good at hiring talent, or both. Seriously... his folks make my coffees, usually a cortado or a straight espresso, with a downtown San Francisco or Rome level of competence.

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    Stir It Up CoffeeHouse & Cafe

    Stir It Up CoffeeHouse & Cafe

    4.7
    (146 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    Family-owned & operated
    Locally owned & operated

    The aloha latte is delicious- Macadamia nut, coconut & vanilla cold foam- it's just deliciousness…read moreas a latte. The spicy muffin as a breakfast sandwich is not too spicy has just the right amount of spice- the eggs taste fresh any breakfast sandwich with some cheese and bacon is an added bonus for a delicious English muffin! The environment is super cute and friendly. It's a nice cool zone because they do not skimp on the AC. There's a TV with games on for ones viewing pleasure and music playing lightly in the background. System all around here. Investing for customers and ample seating. They have a great selection of the variety of laborers to choose from coffees, smoothies, and they have matcha. This is going to be one of my new favorite spots when I wanna treat myself and I can't wait to try more or anything that they recommend from there!

    I needed a new coffee shop to try. I was passing by Stir It Up Coffee house and Cafe just simply…read moreneeding a Sugar-free Vanilla latte. As soon as I walked in the doors, it was decorated so cute. Very colorful, vibrant, and designed to impress. I also noticed they take pride in keeping their little coffee shop clean. I noticed the menu is extensive and impressive. So, if you are needing a new coffee shop to try, hang out, or simply to replace Starbucks, here they are! The coffee was high quality, smooth, and loaded with flavor. I wanted to give a special shout out to Sandi and Daniel because they told me it was a family-run business. They were friendly, professional, and hospitable to me. I loved the personal connection I felt which made me feel right at home. It is located in Spring Valley on Campo Road tucked away. They are a hidden gem that must be experienced. I need to come back with my appetite because they have it all here. Thank you Sandi and Daniel for giving the small-town friendly coffee experience that is rare to experience in a big city.

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