STEPH JUDGEMENT: Exceptional place for a special occasion high tea…read more I came here with three girlfriends for a birthday celebration around last Christmas and we had a blast! One of my friends who lives in the area had been here before and had suggested it for the outing. Located in an almost hidden little shopping center in the middle of a suburban neighborhood, it had gorgeous decor, especially all decked out for the holidays. We were seated at one of the outdoor patio tables, which was very pleasant on a beautiful warm day. We all had their special Christmas high tea, which came with a generous array of food that went above and beyond a normal tea service. There was a starter soup course (roasted winter vegetable soup, very delicious), then we got a massive tower with 5 different savory items, scones, and 6 different desserts. Needlessly to say, we were beyond stuffed by the end, even after opting to take most of the desserts to go. The tea selection was very nice as well--I just opted for the English Breakfast, in keeping with my preference for picking the most coffee-like tea. Our server did an amazing job, even though it seemed like she was the only one serving the entire packed place! My friends and I had a wonderful time, and I'd love to come back again.

We love this tea shop!! The outside garden is lovely. The interior is thoughtfully appointed. The…read morematching tea sets makes me feel well taken care of, along with the spot on amazing service. They have a menu that is just perfect. I have tea'd across the county, and this is where I relax the most, let my hair down the most and just enjoy time with my gals over tea and snacks. Parking is easy. Reservations are always easy. I have never feel rushed. I highly recommend this spot :)

Service girl was super friendly and coffee was tasty at the same time. Americano was served on less…read morethan a minute. Great service. Keep it up !

I usually enjoy Mostra's coffee, but the service at the 4S Ranch location has become extremely…read morefrustrating. Yesterday I waited 20 minutes just to place an order. There were only two people in front of me, yet nine people stacked up behind me while we all stood there waiting. One person was making drinks, which is understandable. However, the second person--who was supposed to be taking orders--kept stopping to sort pastries as if there was no line at all. He would take one order, then turn around and continue organizing pastries, while the line barely moved. Standing for 20 minutes just to order a coffee is unacceptable, especially when staffing is present but poorly managed. The coffee may be good, but the service breakdown makes it hard to justify stopping by anymore. I really hope management addresses this, because the customer experience is going downhill fast.

I ordered an iced oatmilk latte and protein bowl. The protein bowl was sad (check out my photo)…read more The iced latte was decent. The barista wasn't pleasant, but the woman doing the food prep was nice. (Visited on 9/28/25). The cafe is located on the grounds of Bernardo Winery. Very cute property.

An adorable little coffee shop! Manzanita is nestled inside the Rancho Bernardo winery by the…read morerestaurant. They have a smaller sized menu but have all the staples you need. There's plenty of seating outside with a few tables inside. The staff is always friendly & they make everything pretty fast even when it's busy.

Cute cafe with extra seating area. Great tea options. I loved the avocado toast. Excellent…read morecustomer service. I will definitely be back but hopefully at an off peak time since they are always so busy.

Bad coffee and bad service, Starbucks should have a better choice, will not be back!!!!read more

Came here after lunch. I was craving something warm and comforting. And I needed a bit of caffeine!…read moreI ordered my favorite, the Bibingka Creme Brulee latte... heavenly. While I waited for my order, I went next-door to See's candy. I was craving fudge. I returned about 2 to 3 minutes after my order and my order was ready. The service was great... It was fast and the lady was really friendly. Inside it's very dark & moody vibes, still good natural light where you can work and study from. I just wish they brought back the Turon crème brûlée latte.

Years since I been back. Got myself a crème brûlée latte and an ice caramel again. This time it was…read morea lot better than. The last time Crème brûlée was my fav of the two. Not too sweeet. Good flavor. Nice vanilla hints. Good drink Caramel latte was good also. Maybe I wanted a bit more caramel flavor but it was a good drink overall. Loved the aesthetic of the shop. Service was good. Lots of parking. Overall good experience and I'll be back when In the area

I don't come here often enough, but crave it all the time--and I'm not even a big coffee drinker…read more While it is definitely worth the trek from Escondido, I simply wish I were closer for convenience reasons. They have a small menu, but that's why everything they roast is so damn good! They NEVER miss. Best decaf vanilla latte I've ever had. They're pretty quick too, but not sure if it's because every time I go there's barely anyone there. It's a small shop with a few tables, but seems like a good spot to study or catch up with a loved one.

Stopped by to get some morning coffee. As advertised , this…read moreis a very minimalist shop. It's like a old school coffee shop. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The coffee was smooth,not bitter at all. Plenty of parking The place is fine, just not a lot of extras(not a lot of options on drinks)

Food: We loved our salmon bagel. Service: friendly and…read morewelcoming. Ambiance: casual.

This is a must try, and when you do, you will come back!…read more I'll tell you what it's not often that I leave a review for a place, but this little gem is tucked away right off the 15 before reaching Escondido from Downtown. The first three things that came to mind after dining here were high quality ingredients, the customer experience/ambiance, and attention to detail. Eddie who I believe is the gentleman who runs the place was my "cashier" he provided the two recommendations photographed below (I am not a photographer) but I can tell you they were both out of this world. The Prosciutto & Fig, Toast and the Allen's Tuna Cool and Tasty. The staff was warm and inviting, and though this is a coffee shop, they came around table to table, customer to customer and asked how they were doing, and if there was anything they could do to make the experience better. You just don't see that in a coffee shop. This place is an entire experience and it's clearly built around highly effective culture. I will drive out of my way to come here, I discovered this place on a whim and will now be regular. If you get a chance, whether you're a local, or someone just visiting "Cali" give this place a try you won't regret it, ask Eddie about his story of how this place got started with him and his three daughters. I'd be willing to bet you'll add it to your rotation and become a regular yourself.

If you're in the hunt for sweet, give this place a go. Everything is made in house daily. Plenty of…read moreoptions and if you don't see something in the case just ask if they have any, they're pretty busy and can't stock it fast enough. Ordered an Apple Carmel cheesecake and a pistachio croissant. Both were fresh, flavorful, and delicious. They offer drinks and food also. Inside was clean and beautifully decorated. Lady that took our order was very professional and friendly. Give this place a go, you won't be disappointed

I haven't been here for over a year. My friends made a reservation for brunch on a Sunday, because…read moreit was some of their first time here. I see they've revamped the walls upstairs and seem to have added more seatings too. I noticed they have a water dispensary area which is self serve. There's also a QR code for the menu, but I went ahead and searched the menu online and was helped by Tristan when all my friends have already placed their orders. He made sure to ask how I wanted my eggs done and if I wanted to add anything else. But also orders can be placed using the scanned QR if a server hasn't had a chance to check on your table. I ordered the avocado Benedict with hash. My friends ordered the chilaquiles and french toast, and a bunch others that I didn't get to take a pic of. However, I was able to try the chilaquiles, and the steak on that was so flavorful, the tortilla chips were nice and crispy, and the sauce in the bottom had a slight kick to it but with the mix of crema it helped balanced out perfectly. As for the cinnamon brioche french toast, that was one of the best French toast I've had in a while. Nice and crispy but still fluffy in the middle, with that nice cinnamon flavor, topped with whipped cream and berries. As for my order of the avocado Benedict. You can choose how you want your eggs cooked, and I had mine poached. Can def. Add other proteins to the dish with extra charge, but I wanted to keep it as is. The brioche bread was fluffy and buttery like too, it was great for absorbing some of that hollandaise sauce and yolk. My friends also ordered two bottles for mimosas. We had lychee and mango syrup/puree and it gave such a tropical and summer vibe. We also ended our meal with some desserts. We had the cream puff ube, cake choc brownie, and cheesecake caramel apple. My fav. Out of the three, was the cake choc brownie. I think I would be able to eat two of those if I wasn't full. Just loved how the chocolate mousse on the top melted in the mouth, but also that brownie isn't the typical brownie texture. It has a crisp to it. The mousse and crispiness just melts so deliciously together. I should've ordered another for takeout. Service was great despite it looking busy. Food didn't take too long to come out either. But we also did dine in at a decent time too. We had such a good time, especially for my friends who tried it out for the first time. I see they also have a dinner menu now. Maybe we'll come back to try that next time!