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    Subterranean Coffee

    4.2 (42 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Drive thru on one side, walk up on the other.
    Veronica C.

    I was in the area shopping and wanted a coffee, I decided to try this cute little place out. It caught my attention because it was a drive up coffee shop but the weather was nice and we wanted to sit outside. They have a cute little seating area & the staff was friendly. I tried the Mexican Mocha, iced, the flavor reminded me of being a kid. We also had a Subterranean Açaí Bowl, plenty of fruit, oats and honey on top. Next time I'm in the area, I know where I'll be stopping.

    Acai Subterranean Bowl Aka
    Jennifer S.

    Service was wonderful today! So glad I was told about this business having a drive through as I didn't go to the other location because I didn't feel like dealing with parking. Got the Sub açaí bowl and it was delicious. Bummed they don't have almond butter or chia pudding. So I might try other spots going forward if I feel like getting out of my car.

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    Laura M.

    Friendly employees. This coffee shop offers muffins , quiche, and Cinnamon Rolls besides unique coffee flavors! They share the parking lot of When you're in South Park , try their coffee out! P0

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    Dorian C.

    There were lots of reviews on the Acai bowls and I'm sure they are one of the best in town based on the pictures posted alone! Great place to grab coffee and go if you're local in the neighborhood. Probably not the safest as their are homeless (but that's more of the city's issue. There's plenty of seating and a lovely outdoor San Diego vibes. It's also located near other food trucks too so that's a plus. Tried the Keith Richards $6.75 (4 shots of espresso and Mexican chocolate). This drinker kicked my booty and I love it. The other drinks that my group had 1-2 shots and were more drinking for flavor than the coffee itself. The drinks can be drowned in milk, but the baristas are very accommodating and can adjust upon request. +Lots of parking in the Target parking lot +Outdoor seating and a bench -Safety

    Açaí Subterranean Bowl Aka
    Quynh N.

    This is a great local place to try. I love this place. Small and cozy. There is a table to sit or drive thru which is perfect. The waitress are so nice. I for the ice lavender latte is very good. Açaí bowl is also good and it's bigger than other place. Great place to try

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    Justine H.

    Ok hear me out--Subterranean is the best coffee in South Park. You might be thinking, but what about Communal, or Cafe Madeline, even Dark Horse?? I will say those are all great, but what it comes down to for me is Subterranean has all their great qualities--and more--in one. I think the highlight is their coffee most of all. I always get some form of iced caramel oat milk latte and theirs tastes the best and the sweetest. Other than the coffee, they're fast, offer drive-thru & outside seating, have great people, and offer a lot on their menu including food and smoothies. I have to stop myself from driving here before work everyday because it's so easy! Love, love, love.

    Incredibly spacious coffee shop in the heart of North Park; The Best Coffee Shop in North Park for studying, reading a book, answering emails, playing pinball, catching a comedy show, and everything in between!!!

    Coconut Explosion and Hazelnut Mocha
    Jeannine O.

    Cute spot in a little hur. You can drive up if you want or sit and enjoy in the chairs and tables outside. Really nice peeps working here and the coffee is delicious. I had the Coconut Explosion and it was nutty and helped quench my coconut craving. Hubs had the Chocolate Hazelnut Mocha and said it was the best he's ever had. Definitely drop by and grab something if you're nearby.

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    Jack M.

    I enjoyed a very nice yogurt, banana, and strawberry smoothie from this Subterranean Coffee location. It's not a brick and motor, but more of a kiosk with seating and a drive thru. The smoothie was very good. The banana and strawberry flavors were right up front, but I would of liked to taste that yogurt a bit more. The smoothie had good consistency which means it was thick yet creamy and easy to drink. Although, one has to be careful to avoid brain freeze. The two young ladies running the kiosk were super nice and offered good senses of humor.

    Protein Bowl with peanut butter .
    Gwen T.

    Another great place for Acai. My daughter and I had the protein bowl with peanut butter but even without it it would still have been just right for me. For some reason or another whenever I have a chance to pick up a bowl and have devoured it it somehow settles well in my stomach. This may be a little corner venue but their Acai bowls are worth trying.

    Top: Subterranean Bowl w/ Peanut Butter Bottom: The Drifter
    Daisy N.

    I'm the nightmare customer that walked in 5mins before closing; 1:55pm. A sweet and kind barista walked up to my car in the drive thru and I asked if the acai Bowls were still available. They said Yeah of course! So I ordered and paid. Because I came right before the storefront was closing for the day, I assumed my bowls were gonna be a little dinky maybe sparce, as punishment for making them stay longer than intended. WAS. I. WRONG. LOOK AT THESE BOWLS. STILL JAM PACKED WITH ALL THE GOODIES. NOT AN INGREDIENT SKIMPPED ON. EVERY SPOT AVAILABLE WAS FILLED. What a gift to be thankful for a day after Thanksgiving. This is true customer service. Thank you really thank you. I didn't feel like a burden and I didn't feel any animosity from the barista. Thank you for demonstrating hospitality to its fullest.

    Unicorn Pitaya Bowl
    Alicia L.

    Great little local spot to get Acai bowls in South Park. They have a few different ones to choose. I went with the Unicorn Pitaya bowl. Fruit was fresh and portions were perfect. I was able to mix the fruit and get some fruit in every bite. The coconut topping had a little crunch to it and was great for adding texture. The only food I would not try are the muffins/pastries sitting in clear container on counter. They looked very dried out and unappetizing. They have outside seating but it's right next to the road and not my favorite place to eat outside so I take my order to go.

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    Marissa P.

    Finished my yoga class and was in the mood for a good ol smoothie. Hopped on yelp and cane across this gem! The gentleman who helped me was super friendly and recommended the Siamese Basil smoothie. I'm glad I took him up on the recommendation because it was probably my favorite smoothie I've ever had. All of the flavors mixed and complimented each other so well! I don't live in the area, but the next time I'm around, I'll definitely be back for another!!

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    Delicious, fresh, and quality smoothies, juice, and food here. The service is great and consistent,…read moreI've been coming here since high school and it's been my favorite smoothie/ fruit place ever since. No chain açaí bowl place has been able to make me feel different. I'm so happy they have been in Hillcrest for so long and continue to provide their services. Some of my fav items are the Liv signature smoothie, the veggie sandwich, and the lentil soup. Even typing makes me want to go get some now. It saddens me to see some weird review complaining about the business when I've come literally over 100 times and have never had a negative experience what so ever. Some of these wannabe "top elites" are getting out of hand. It feels like bullying in the hopes of getting some kind of special treatment. Very weird behavior, I hope they stay far away so the rest of the customers/community can enjoy the shop because it's a gift to the block.

    This place was AMAZING! Fresh ingredients in everything, my order was so good and I definitely want…read moreto come back. The store is small with decent seating, but we opted to sit outside in their little dining area. The staff are nice and prices were decent. I shared an açaí bowl and turkey sandwich with a friend and we were both so stuffed at the end! I also got a smoothie and it was very refreshing. The turkey sandwich came with a side of fruit and it was all sweet and fresh. Everything just felt so fresh and delicious and I will definitely come back!

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    I've been trying to eat more healthy and have been obsessed with açaí bowls! I always pass by here…read morebut never stopped by until now. Ordered ahead via the app and it was ready on time, the store was completely empty on a weekday right after opening. The girl working was nice Got the Everbowl (regular size), and it was big enough to split with my sister. I loved the açaí base, it was the perfect consistency. Love how there's also so much fresh fruit and crunchy granola. We also got the avocado toast, and I liked the flavoring but wasn't a fan of the honey. The bread was also a bit burnt in the corner. Everything was a bit pricey but good. I will definitely come back for the açaí bowls!

    Everbowl is a never bowl for us. We ordered 2 large whateverbowls and a strawberry banana smoothie,…read morewhich wasn't horrible but just tasted like slightly banana-y milk. Bases for the bowls were icy and the number of toppings is limited. Bases are not packed down so my bowl had large air gaps and still wasn't filled to the top. Employees were chatting it up with each other despite a good number of customers in the store waiting. Blue bowl is a lot better value and quality of ingredients, with super creamy bases and unlimited toppings which get jammed down into the bowls. We were in the area and gave Everbowl a try, but won't be coming back.

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    Good option for some pastries, snacks or drinks…read more The park has lots of street vendors but we wanted to make sure we support the concessionaires so services are supported. We got lemonade which definitely helped on the hot day! There are seating available

    Visited Fleet Museum and they only have a snack bar there (nachos and hotdogs were the only warm…read morefoods they offered). This spot is one of the only full service food spots close to Fleet with free entry. From the Fleet Museum we walked past the zoro garden over to the "casa de balboa" building where Cafe in the park is. Plan accordingly, we were there on valentines day around noon, it was very busy and took quite some time to get the food. We tried the Southwest chicken sandwich (had a slight kick to it if you're sensitive to spice like us, but my son and I loved it). My other son had the cheese pizza, he liked it. My friend had the veggie wrap and said it was good. They serve beer and wine as well. They have a small amount of indoor seating inside. I'd highly recommend to take your food and find a spot to eat outside. We sat around the fountain and it was really nice. There was also a lot of "street entertainment" in different areas of that long strip of buildings, like a couple groups of 2-3 people playing strings (acoustics sounded beautiful with the help of the covered hallways) and a funny guy doing magic tricks.

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    Love this pace. Have been going for the past few months regularly. Everything from the bowls to…read moresmoothies are delicious. Staff is always friendly, and get the orders going quickly. If you order and go run an errand while they make it, they will keep it in the fridge for you. They use reusable bags that are insulated! Very clean and cute interior. Like the little wooden bench.

    I would've recommended this place because it's clean and the ingredients seem very honest and true…read moreto the description. but i had a little bit of unfortunate experience tonight because of the service. here's what happened... i got here at 9:05pm. i saw the store hours was until 930pm on Thursdays. i only ordered 1 passion mango drink and a crunchy bowl for $23. after i placed my order, i even tipped $5 (IN CASH) to the worker and she sees me place the tip in the jar. i felt bad for ordering within 30 minutes of closing. but i did not expect the worker to be in a noticeably bad mood as she was taking my order. she was extremely short with me this whole time. she didn't exchange pleasantries such as good evening or thank you. here's more bad experience from that night: when i got my orders: passion mango drink, it was half the cup as you see in the picture. and the bowl was uncovered. she just left my orders on the counter without proper notice. i felt scared to ask for a cover for the bowl. so i just left. i don't know man, i just felt like crap after that experience.

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