I went here yesterday and not sure who it was didn't get his name but he was super nice and told us…read moreto leave a review~ I told him I had heard this was the best place in town and was excited to try it as a first timer....safe to say it was worth it ! Definitely recommend coming here. :)

This is one of the best matches I've had in a while! I like how you can choose how much sweetness…read moreyou want in your tea. The best one so far is the Vienna matcha which is ceremonial matcha with vanilla cream foam on top. It does get pretty busy but my wait time was about 10 minutes for ordering and 5 minutes for waiting for the drink. Definitely going back soon! I don't recommend studying there if you don't like super busy cafes with loud music.

Had a group meeting in the area, I saw a coffee shop across and figured trying to get some work…read moredone. Here was my experience AMBIANCE Parking: Street parking and neighborhood parking. It can get pretty busy so come early to prep. Seating: Chill plenty of seating both inside and outside. Good for small groups with room for about 30 people. Vibes: Welcome to Normal Heights nothing too flashy, just plenty of local eateries and businesses. The spot itself is relatively clean, modern, pretentious. I dig the 90s house music in the background. This seems to be a trusted neighborly coffee shop with students are working, friends are catching up, and regulars seem to know the staff by name. It helps there's a pizza shop next door as well. FOOD / DRINKS Cherie Amour (Recommend) Delish. A latte with housemade cherry and almond syrup, and if you get it iced, it comes topped with a little cold foam. I dig the sweetness and the fruitiness of the cherry, it balanced out the bitterness of the coffee which was pretty cool. CUSTOMER SERVICE Friendly and welcoming. Sara helped contribute to the neighborhood feel of the place and made the experience easy and enjoyable. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Good coffee, reasonable prices, and a pleasant atmosphere. I know there are plenty of coffeeshops in SD but this is a cool neighborly one. It doesnt seem like a trendy place but a place more in community and steady service. Till next time, Scrimshaw! TIPS * Try the seasonal drinks--they get creative.

It's been over 8 years since I've last came to Scrimshaw Coffee & Wow! It seems like they extended…read morethe menu as well-- as they have lots more food options & from what it looks like natural wine and beer too...which is interesting for a coffee shop. They are connected with the business (Love Letters Pizza) next door with an arched wall. The interior has changed, they now have new seating and they painted the walls different color. The tables are a little wonky, but I appreciate the fake marble top they got on it. It looks classy from a far with the interior lighting. I sadly missed their May Special, Blueberry Malt Latte! I love anything malt, so sad it is already gone (it's June now lol). They dropped their summer specials on their Instagram and the first one looked incredible. This was their version of an Aussie classic, they call it "Mont Blanc." It consisted of cold brew with orange syrup, topped with a vanilla-orange cold foam, finished with grated orange zest and nutmeg. I would never order this again, personally. I usually love vanilla orange in my coffee/espresso drinks, however this one really missed the mark for me. The orange tasted too forward and slightly bitter. Even the first sip from the lid, I knew I wouldn't be able to drink this down (I don't like wasting drinks or money). I offered it to my mom, who usually enjoys this sort of flavor profile as well, and it was a huge miss. She couldn't drink it either (nor could my brother who also ordered the same one as me). Within 10 min of driving with it, it had separated and looked very unappealing. Next time, I would maybe request their tangerine cold foam on a regular iced latte. I finally love citrus with my drinks-- maybe this one would be more up my alley. Or wait another month for different specials. Since it's been a while, I would love to come in the day time-- we came around 5:33 pm ! They close at 6pm which is pretty cool since most coffee shops close at 2-3 pm. The workers were very kind and welcoming despite us coming near closing time & the music was very nice. They have a handful of interior seating and outside seating as well! Despite the one drink being terrible, I wouldn't write them off for that -- they have a large menu and lots more for us to try! Come swing by!

If you're looking for a Latin American-themed cafe, this is the place for you. An impressive mural…read morefeaturing a calavera running along one of the walls prominently embraces Latin American heritage. Service was quick and friendly. No complaints here. I ordered a hot Mazapan Latte. I first noticed how smooth the coffee was. I immediately got the feeling of being wrapped in a cozy blanket. This was quite a comforting drink. I then noticed the nuttiness of the coffee. Presumably, the Mazapan aided in providing that flavor profile. I love nutty coffees, so that combined with sweetness automatically made this drink a winner to me. If I'm in the area, this might just be my go-to coffee shop. I look forward to my next visit!

Vibes are nice here! Beautiful indoor and outdoor patio area. Street parking - was able to find a…read morespot - really enjoyed my cajeta (kind of like caramel?) iced latte. They also don't charge for oat or almond substitute milk (love that). They roast their own beans in house as well. Service is very friendly, everyone was smiling and kind.

Yummy coffee and the sweetest barista Paulina gave me the best recs! Try the Okie Dokie!read more

Selva Coffee House is an amazing and super cute coffee shop located inside a plant nursery…read more 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!

We ordered the Egg brulee & white truffle tiramisu coffees. The egg brulee wasn't that sweet and…read morehad a strong egg flavor to the cream, which was delicious! The coffee is also pretty strong and would highly recommend for a boost. The white truffle tiramisu was a bit sweeter than the egg brulee but it honestly had the perfect level of sweetness to it. Would highly recommend ordering both flavors! Service was excellent! We received our orders quickly and the cashier was kind. There is a good amount of seating in the cafe and it was pretty packed with people working there on a Monday afternoon. A nice spot to do work or hang out with friends! Plenty of parking out in front in a lot with other shared businesses. Would recommend!

I first came to EM Coffee House for the Vietnamese coffee. Turns out, it was the beginning of a…read morevery expensive relationship. This time I came back for the matcha as part of my self-appointed mission to try every matcha einspanner I can find. It's healthy because it's green. The verdict? This one definitely earned a spot near the top of my list. The matcha is a little on the sweet side, which was a treat for me. The sweetness is offset by the creamy topping that had a hint of saltiness. Definitely different from the others i've tried! Bonus points for the easy parking! No circling the lot questioning my life choices before getting caffeine. I'll definitely be back to continue my very serious and highly scientific Matcha Einspanner research.

Went there first time on a Saturday Noon. Good amount of customers, and the wait wasn't long…read more Friendly staff, very clean interior, good selection of items, and outdoor tables. Hazelnut latte was great. I'd go at least an hour earlier next time.

Cute coffee shop in north park. Have a cool stadium style seating section in the back corner along…read morewith indoor and outdoor table seating and bar top seating. Loved The Bees Knees coffee I got - perfectly balanced and delicious flavors. Parking is going to be street parking which can be tough depending on when you go but it's worth a stop in no matter what. They also have a little shop section with snacks and alternative drink options.

Cute & trendy coffee shop/ restaurant in Normal Heights. They have a beautiful side patio - no…read moreindoor seating. The staff were friendly and helpful, and service was quick. I ordered the sea salt & honey matcha - this was excellent, and the yogurt bowl with seasonal fruit. The yogurt bowl was incredibly fresh with peaches, strawberry rhubarb, and herbs. They have water and dog trats up front, so bring your pup :-)

Super cute coffee shop in normal heights with outdoor seating! I had an acquaintance rave about…read morethis place so I had to try it! The service was very friendly and the food came out quick! They have regular coffee and then seasonal lattes. I got the seasonal lemon lychee latte which was delicious, not too sweet ! As for the food, they have different toasts and then a few sandwiches. I got the tuna and it was delicious, just the right amount of lemon and the bread was crispy. My friend got the whipped PB which was really fun! Overall a great place to sit outside and enjoy a coffee and snack :)

I don't usually get matcha but I was super curious to try this place and it was so good!!!…read more Matcha is creamy, nutty, and slightly sweet and the cold foam made it taste like a little dessert! Truly the perfect matcha for me. The inside is also huge and they also have a giant back room with more seating. It's a great place to study, get work done, or go with a group.

Was in the area and was craving a bagel. Thank goodness I stumbled upon this place because…read moreeverything was yummy. The staff was attentive and knowledgable. Never had tonic matcha before. I got the matcha with passionfruit tonic. I've never had this before, but I'm glad I tried it. I got the smoky catch bagel and mushroom and got cheese empenada. Both were filling and flavorful. Would I come here again? Yes.