The Coffee Corner

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4 years ago

There were minimal edibles. A bagel with cream cheese means squeeze it on yourself with an acceptable bagel. I tried the featured Belgian waffle and did not enjoy it. The brewed coffee was weak. A cappuccino was acceptable. read more

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Ordered ahead so I'd be able to have it for lunch waited over 20 minutes to even get my order and they tried to give me the wrong size drink after I paid for the 20oz. Very disappointing and when I asked about my order 20 minutes after waiting one of the employees didn't even know what I was talking about read more

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Yeah they weren't lying, adding nutella into the açaí bowl is good good!! They are all very nice in there especially being my first time they were all very lovely! read more

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Came in today for 2 açaí bowls. 25$ for 2 large bowls... Problem is there is only a tiny bit of açai in the actual bowl!! Really disappointed today with my order. Consistency is terrible here. 1 day the bowls are awesome and full, next day it's a small bowl put in a large container with the large container price tag. read more

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Berenice T.

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7 years ago

Okay, so, I haven't done Yelp reviews in a while, but I absolutely adored this cute little spot hidden in Santee and felt I needed to say something. First off, the service was great. The barista in front was more than willing to answer all my questions, and she made her own suggestions based on what I told her I liked. She was very friendly and courteous, and I definitely appreciated her patience with me since I know I can be a difficult customer when it comes to coffee. Side note: I partially blame the fact I used to be a barista so I'm pretty particular about my drinks. Anyway, the atmosphere of the place was nice. It was very spacious and open, and most importantly, there were a lot of plugs! I went there to study, and from the looks of it, so did a lot of other students. There were pairs there who sat and chatted, which is great, but it does seem like students like hitting this place up to avoid the stress bubbles that are university libraries. As a student myself, I personally prefer coffee shops over libraries any day anyway, and I was super grateful that the coffee shop wasn't clustered or jammed packed together to fit everyone. Whoever came up with the design was super considerate of personal space, and that is a big plus in my book. Not to mention, Allen Stone was the music playing! This was one of the first coffee shops I didn't even bother putting my headphones in because I already loved the music playing. Okay, and finally, the coffee. Wow. I enjoyed it. I was being conservative with getting whole milk because the drink was new to me, but I want to go back and try the drink with almond milk. One thing that did make me sad was the coffee shop did not carry oat milk, which is one of my usual go-to's, but the standard options were available! I liked that the drink wasn't exceedingly sweet. I can't do super sweet drinks and am usually the type of person who gets everything halved if I order a special drink. I do feel like the coconut combined with lavender was a solid decision on whoever created the drink in the first place, and I really enjoyed the floral hints. As for the bowl, the peanut butter added an extra (necessary) texture, and the fact that there were blackberries on top was wild to me! I also liked that the option of agave was available instead of just the standard honey. There are multiple sizes available for the bowl size, but the small was sufficient for my hunger at the time. I would go back. I probably will go back. I had a pleasant experience and do not doubt I will have more the more I go. read more

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Tee H.

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Love, love, love! The german chocolate hot coffee is delicious and every pastry we have tried has been good too! Will continue to come back.

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I love this place! The workers are so friendly and the vibes are good, most of the time people are doing work, studying, or socializing. I normally get a The Works acai bowl (they have 3 sizes which is perfect), and either a regular chai or a blended one. Yes, they have pumpkin in the fall. I've explored their various teas when I'm not in a coffee mood. You can also ask the workers for recommendations and they'll gladly help out. Even better that it's Christian owned read more

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Ryan H.

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Everything is amazing. Coffee is usually not burnt and smooth. This is a go to and Starbucks who?

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Robert E.

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When I have time to get a coffee I go here. Best coffe, iced , blended, or hot. They have Acia bowls. Great price and perfect coffee

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Maggie N.

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Their Acai Bowl is great! I had it today since it was perfect for a hot day. I enjoyed the creamy consistency (I detest the sorbet textures that other acai bowls have) and the toppings were great. It was $8 for a medium-sized bowl which is pretty expensive. That is the only downside. read more

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Bailey M.

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Just here to write something nice because I LOVE THIS PLACE, the AÇAÍ BOWLS ARE THE BOMB. The best thick consistency! I will never eat them anywhere else! I always recommend their açaí bowls when people ask me where to get one! You won't regret it read more

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Hailey R.

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LOVE this place. The drinks and food are so good. Everyone is so friendly too. Love coming here before work!

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Nikki D.

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New to Santee and we love this place! They are so friendly, quick and provide a great get away to work or decompress!! We've run into amazing customer service at both locations, and everything is delicious! read more

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A C.

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There are better coffee shops around. I don't really understand the way they explain their signature drinks on the menu. I got the lavender coconut.. k, does it have caffeine in it? Is the milk coconut or is it just flavoring? Stoner server looked confused & annoyed at my question. I Asked if it can be less sweet and it tastes like straight up milk. Didn't even ask me if I wanted a milk substitute so I'm pretty sure I was drinking whole milk. I think their drinks cater to sugary instead. I threw my drink away after a couple sips. The only good thing about this place is that there is plenty of seating with decent furniture. I'm going to stick to the simple coffee house - better service, better drinks. So I won't be back again. read more

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Omar S.

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I used to take my dry cleaning to a place that opened late, closed early and, because they sent the cleaning to a plant halfway across the County, couldn't offer same day or next day service. I liked the staff, but I wasn't in need of pleasant company. I wanted my suits pressed and my shirts laundered quickly, and since the nice people worked a different schedule than mine, I found a different dry cleaner. I have a similar problem with Coffee Corner. By the time Coffee Corner opens, I'm already two or three cups into my day, so they've missed my window. The coffee itself is just ok. The best espresso drink they've served me required a three-person consultation to decide how to make it. Some of Coffee Corner's workers are nice, but I know more reliably nice people who sell better coffee earlier in the day. Also, Coffee Corner (like Carlton Oaks' Kaffee Meister) seems to be an occasional meeting place for Bible study and other religious purposes. I mention the fact believing that, while Coffee Corner would never intentionally make a non-religious patron feel unwelcome, some people might find walking into such an environment awkward. Caveat emptor. ****************************** Kaffee Meister: http://www.yelp.com/biz/kaffee-meister-santee-2?hrid=3gXqQYhkgC9FqrdXoBcD7g read more

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Lei R.

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I like how different the furniture is arranged and the lovely decor. There's not very much seating but it's cozy and just the perfect lighting for a place to study. They have a bunch of signature drinks to choose from. You can either get it iced or blended, which doesn't cost extra. Recommend: BLENDED FUNKY MONKEY It contains a heavy drizzle of mocha around the cup (my favorite part), coconut, and banana. I was afraid the banana flavor would be too strong but every ingredient in this drink is just right!! Another plus: they were playing fix my eyes by for KING & COUNTRY. I love me a coffee shop with a good playlist!! read more

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Jojo K.

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I love this place so much!! 10/10 for their coffee and service. I would recommend to anyone looking for a good local coffee shop. read more

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Gaaron V.

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Cute little place, serving signature drinks and old favorites as well. They also sell whole bean coffee to go in addition to small pastries and breakfast items. Also offers fruit smoothies and açaí bowls. read more

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Kelly G.

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4 years ago

Found this shop with a medical school classmate, which we would use to study and for zoom class. Totally carried it over to family day. Everybody loves this place from the teen to the toddler. Buddha Bowl with PB is so satisfying!! My favorite coffee is the Genieva, it's a toffee coffee, so delicious! This place really knows how to hit the spot! We venture from Spring Valley just to get it. Thank you to the always friendly staff!! read more

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Robert M.

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I love this place! Great coffee! Great atmosphere! Great staff! They are always willing to go the extra mile to meet your needs. Their Acai Bowls are the best! Every time I go, I see friendly faces and happy customers. I have been coming here for years and have personally seen the owner roasting the beans used for the coffee. I have also bought the beans for myself, co-workers and friends. They all love it! (The Corner Grogg is a favorite.) I have not come across a thing I didn't like. Do yourself a favor and drop in for a visit. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Jalina R.

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I needed a little pick me up and something to keep more warm on this chilly night. Ordered a hot Nutty Mocha! To be honest all I saw was mocha and hazelnut when I ordered but there is one other flavor in the drink. Loved the coffee! It was tasty! This is a cute little coffee spot. Loved the lights up on the ceiling and all over the place. Guy behind the counter was friendly! (I always give extra points for good service!) I'll be back to try other drinks for sure! read more

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Michelle B.

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We like real coffee taste without all the sugary stuff, and this place does it right. We ordered a decaf americano and the cold brew special. It had a hazelnut flavor to it and was so delicious. My americano was perfect and the ice was perfect too. Def coming back to try something new. read more

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Jason Y.

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Fantastic service, they were quick, efficient, and delicious. 5 stars isn't enough!! Plus chill coffee shop vibe

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Nicky P.

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ran out of coffee at home and decided to try a local spot . I got a iced nutty mocha drink very good defintly better than starbucks . I also got the açaí bowl . I will be back! They have some fun flavors I want to go back and try the German choclate drink . Decor is nice as well read more

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Chris H.

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HUGE fan of The Coffee Corner! My wife and I were craving some coffee and acai bowls during our recent vacation and this placed satisfied our every need. We didn't have a ton of time to spend there, but it'd definitely be a place that I would go if I needed to study or meet up with a friend. They had a decent amount of comfortable seating and everything was priced very reasonably. Their customer service was outstanding. If I could give them a 5+ rating, I'd do that just because their staff was so darn nice. Keep it up! read more

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Katie R.

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Always fast service & reasonable prices for drinks! Their seasonal drinks are always a hit!

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Ivette M.

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I came to study and ordered a mexican mocha it was really bad usually I can suck it up and finish a bad drink but it was just undrinkable. I took one sip and immediately went back to the register to ask for a replacement but unfortunately they said all they could do was 50% off a replacement drink. The staff was nice about it and I know they are probably just following some policy set by higher ups so I don't blame them but it just seemed unreasonable. Considering I've been to many coffee shops it's never been a problem to replace something when it's bad especially when you barely drink it. I kindly just asked staff to throw away my drink as I was not about to spend more money on a replacement drink that I might not even like. The ambiance wasn't bad however the seating was wasn't comfortable either i couldn't be there for more than 30min before it started hurting to sit on their couches so personally I wouldn't recommend if you are looking for local cozy coffee shop with great coffee. read more

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Ryan K.

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My favorite go to spot! I'm super picky but this place never fails me :) the staff is always friendly and kind. Espresso and cold brews have amazing flavor!! read more

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Malia M.

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Super cute coffee shop in Santee. The BEST açaí bowls of all time! Super helpful staff helped us decide what coffee to get! Definitely not passing through Santee without stopping here! read more

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Dwight F.

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Great place to get a hot cup of coffee or an Açaí bowl. The owner and the staff are very nice and polite. I'll always recommend Coffee Corner to friends and neighbors. read more

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Amy R.

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Cozy,quiet and fun place. The ambience, service and the coffee are great. The price is reasonable, love the ice coffee which literally they use frozen coffee cubes, the lavender coconut latte is a favorite as well. read more

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Tina Z.

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This is my go to coffee shop when I'm in San Diego.... I have been coming here for years ... last week was probably the worst service I've gotten ... idk if they have changed staff or what it is. They took my order which isn't cheap my coffee usually ends up being $7 which I don't mind paying for at all I asked for coffee ice cubes which the lady made my latte then tells the girl that's working with her please add the coffee cubes to this latte if you want me to do something in the back ..... well my drink sat there with no one looking at it for 4 mins ..... then the lady without reading the cups dumps a bunch of regular ice cubes in there .... Not to mention the coffee cubes are .50 extra .... She calls out my drink and I let her know she put the wrong ice cubes .... I kid you not she took my cup and started to take the ice cubes out with a spoon instead of making me a new drink .... Hello the whole point of the coffee cubes is not to dilute the freaking drink ! I'll update my review next time I go in there hopefully this was just an off day read more

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Samantha N.

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The Lavender Coconut is SO GOOD! Really unique and refreshing, the White Chocolate Mocha is REALLY sweet but good as well. Always stop here if their open when I'm visiting. read more

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Carol B.

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Blended Nutty Mocha - delish!!! Their açaí bowls are delicious. Friendly, knowledgeable staff in a quaint atmosphere. Plenty of outdoor seating too! read more

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Great place to get your morning coffee! Strong cold brew and tasty açaí bowls. They're filled with really good stuff too like bee pollen and hemp seeds. Got some drinks and bowls to go and now everyone in the office is happy! Definitely come here and support this small business! read more

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Egle A.

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I am always in search of small local coffee shop. This was a true jewel, beautiful space and lovely coffee. I will be back !

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Linda R.

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They make delicious acai bowls! Their acai bowls come with lots of acai and delicious fruit on top. They give a generous serving of acai. Optional toppings include peanut butter, bee pollen or hemp seeds. Definitely get with peanut butter! read more

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Dongmin S.

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I aksed no coconut all the time but they always put inside and no utensils all the time. read more

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Tracie S.

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There coffee is really good. They have interesting flavors. They get overwhelmed quickly when a line greater than three people appear. The acai bowls are average. The Belgium waffles are horrible. read more

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Such a great place! Their açaí bowl was perfect! Even talked me into a little peanut butter! Their coffee drinks are so much fun and there are plenty to choose from! Everything here was top notch! From the cleanliness, to the quality of the food to the customer service! I can't wait to come back!! read more

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235 Town Center Pkwy
Ste A
Santee, CA 92071
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(619) 996-9007
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Hours

What time does The Coffee Corner open?

The Coffee Corner opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Coffee Corner opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does The Coffee Corner close?

The Coffee Corner closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.The Coffee Corner is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 4:00 PMSat 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does The Coffee Corner take Bitcoin?

No, The Coffee Corner does not take Bitcoin.

Does The Coffee Corner take credit cards?

Yes, The Coffee Corner takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Coffee Corner have catering options?

Yes, The Coffee Corner does have catering options.

Does The Coffee Corner have a drive thru?

No, The Coffee Corner does not have a drive thru.

Does The Coffee Corner serve alcohol?

Yes, The Coffee Corner serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Coffee Corner allow dogs?

Yes, The Coffee Corner allows dogs.

Does The Coffee Corner have TVs?

No, The Coffee Corner does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Coffee Corner have bike parking?

Yes, The Coffee Corner has bike parking.

Does The Coffee Corner have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Coffee Corner has outdoor seating options.

Does The Coffee Corner have parking?

Yes, The Coffee Corner has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Coffee Corner wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Coffee Corner is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Coffee Corner have free WiFi?

Yes, The Coffee Corner has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Acai Bowls, Espresso Drinks, Cold-brew Iced Coffee, Sandwiches, Loose-leaf Tea, Smoothies, Breakfast Sandwiches

History

Established in 2009.

Family owned and operated since 2009, The Coffee Corner offers a welcoming environment with excellent coffee & espresso drinks, yummy acai bowls, smoothies and tea. Free wi-fi and plenty of seating make for a great place to study, work or enjoy conversation.

Meet the Business Owner: Duane and Susie P.

Duane and Susie opened The Coffee Corner with the intention of serving awesome coffee and cultivating an environment for the community. They love their community and they love serving responsibly sourced coffee and the best Acai to the community and are always around the shop! Together they run two locations of The Coffee Corner so be sure to introduce yourself and welcome to our community!

More Info

Special Hours, Health Score

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4.4(119 reviews)

0.7 mi

Open on Memorial Day until 2 pm!…read more We came here on Memorial Day to pleasantly find this place was open. The coffee sells itself here. They have açaí bowls and lemonade here now. I like this place because it's off the busy streets near this industrial part of town. The coffee grinds could not be any fresher, the roasting is done behind the counter. This place also has a location downtown which I have been to also.

One of the best horchata lattes I've ever had…read more Cute decor and great customer service. The location was a bit off but glad I checked this place out. Will most definitely return to try others and the pastries.

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4.2(405 reviews)

0.7 mi

I came to this coffee shop on a Friday evening for a card show/ trade show. The shop stayed open…read morepast their business hours and trading card vendors were set up around the shop. Inside the shop they allowed people to bring their own trading card collection to trade with each other. They had specialty drinks made specifically for the show, Pokemon themed. There's a good amount of seating inside and seems like a good place to hang out or study. They have different books and board games around the shop too. I tried two drinks when I came. I got the coconut matcha because it was one of the themed drinks but wasn't impressed with it. I probably should've known better than to order matcha at a coffee shop but I'm a sucker for coconut. For my second (redemption) drink I got the Samoa which was a mocha, coconut, and caramel latte. This one was delicious. It had a great coffee flavor with a nice smooth caramel companion. It wasn't overly sweet and not bitter at all. The baristas were all great too. My drinks came out quickly despite it being busy with the show. Definitely a great coffee shop to check out!

Becky and I only get fancy coffee from a fancy coffee shop if we are with people who want fancy…read morecoffee from a fancy coffee shop. Becky and I are not well versed in the world of fancy coffee, so we typically rely on those we are with to provide recommendations. Saturday we were on our own. We wanted a late afternoon pick-me-up and Kaffee Meister is a very short distance from our house. I walked in and was warmly greeted by the pleasant young woman behind the counter (I did not catch her name). I asked for two caramel iced coffees. She very nicely and patiently explained to me the different options of my generic "iced coffees" term. Lattes, cold brews, espressos, etc. Her recommendation was Caramel Frappes, so that is what I ordered. One with whipped cream (for Becky) and mine without. As I waited, I looked around the room. It was really cool. Very homey, neighborhood cafe vibe. A few tables and a couch and comfy chairs along with some tables and chairs dotted the room. The room was really nicely decorated. I liked the spiral staircase shelving. They have some outdoor seating as well. In addition to coffees, they offer a food menu. Pastries, bagels, açaí bowls, sandwiches and the like. I drive by Kaffee Meister almost daily and often I will see that they have live music which is cool. I waited maybe three or four minutes for my name to be called, and I was handed my two frappes. I like a simple cup o' Joe. Black, no sugar, no sweeteners. At home I drink Kirkland brand ground coffee from a drip coffee maker. That said, I really enjoyed the Caramel Frappe. It was not too sweet and retained subtle coffee flavor. Becky very much enjoyed hers too. Neither of us had ever had a frappe before. We were surprised by the milkshake-like creamy texture. They provided the perfect pick-me up we were looking for. About 17 bucks after tip. We'd return for sure.

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4.5(288 reviews)

0.8 mi

1,2,3 bowls please!! 10/10! Must try!…read more *Support local spots!* I write a lot of reviews, and this spot stands out. The açaí has a great texture--thick, smooth, and not watered down. The balance is what keeps me coming back: fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and a rich base in every bite. Everything tastes fresh and well put together. Honestly, I'm lucky this place is only 3 minutes from home. It's an easy go-to.

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I love it here. The inside is so quaint! They make the most of the space they have. It smells…read moredelish inside. They offer roasted brown sugar boba, milk teas, coffees fruit teas, smoothies and yogurt series bobas. Everything I've tried is delish and I've tried at least one menu item in each category. You can't go wrong! Shhhhh... I think it's my fave boba spot in Santee! Stop in!

FYI, if you order the Brown Sugar Pearl Fresh Milk with sugar-free sweetness, you're essentially…read morejust ordering a cup of milk. I was really disappointed when I got my drink because there was absolutely no tea flavor, just a big cup of sweet milk (see photo). I ended up ordering another drink because I didn't come here to drink a glass of milk, but the woman at the counter wouldn't let me swap the drink out at no charge. She wasn't rude, but she also wasn't particularly empathetic or apologetic about the situation. I had to pay for an entirely new drink, which also wasn't made at the 25% sugar level I had originally requested. I ended up throwing the milk drink away. :( That said, the new drink brown sugar Pearl milk tea was much closer to what I wanted, and the boba pearls had a great texture and came in a good portion. I just wish the first drink had been explained better and that there had been some willingness to replace it, since I definitely wasn't expecting to receive an entire cup of milk instead of a milk tea. The ambiance of the place is cute.

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4.8(24 reviews)

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Strong coffee that tastes good. I ordered food for my friend here and she liked it. It's at a…read morechurch I've gotten a couple books from here. I like how they are all back up with God's word/ scripture and plan to get more.

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4.5(1.2k reviews)

5.6 mi

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.

This place gets a lot of hype for their scones, but honestly, that was the only thing special. They…read moreoverall they are very expensive and service is slow. Be prepared to wait, or order a mobile order for pick up. Cleanliness...could be better. Looks clean from ground level, but if you look up the plants and ac vents are covered in layers of dust. Scones were fantastic but not sure that makes it worth the wait.

Their logo

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It's so beautiful inside!

The Simple Coffee House

4.6(330 reviews)

4.3 mi•San Carlos

Open on Memorial Day from 7 am to 1 pm This place is popular…read morebecause great coffee sells itself. I know that sounds cliche. The food is good here but get here early on the weekends is gets busy here. My favorite drink is the dirty chai hot. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and they open at 6 am on the weekdays. The baked goods come from a local bakery Bread and Cie. Good customer service and easy to find. The his is my favorite coffee place in San Carlos. Enjoy!

I found myself in San Carlos mid-day, mid-week. I was running between work and a hair…read moreappointment. I had barely had a chance to have lunch so was really happy to randomly see a coffee shop to grab a cold coffee on a hot day to bring with me to my hair appointment. Parking was easy and I walked into the coffee shop. There was no wait at all at that time. I browsed the menu and decided on an iced Simple Special which was basically an iced mint latte. I ordered it with nonfat milk I waited for only a couple of minutes for my drink to be made. During that time I saw that they were playing records and had several records for sale. That was really cool. If I lived in the area I would definitely hang out and listen to records while sipping on coffee. The reason for only 4 stars.... my charge was abut $8 which felt a bit stiff for only the 16 oz drink. It made me wary of what a 20 oz would cost. All in all, I had a good experience at The Simple Coffee House. My drink had good flavor without being overly sweet. I liked the records and the vibe at the coffeehouse.

Indoors

Toasted iced coffee! wish i took a shot before i started drinking! ‍

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Jalapeño bagel with cream cheese

The Coffee Corner

4.3(124 reviews)

1.1 mi

Ashlyn & Harmony provide the right "Harmony" of coffee greatness and personable customer service!…read moreRelaxed atmosphere, great attitude. Friendly employees who treat you like family.

Amazing! I got the Black Forest signature drink blended and it was the best coffee I've had! I will…read moredefinitely be back! Service was excellent and the ambiance is like a coffee shop. Nice coffee shops aren't too different from each other in terms of ambiance I think :)

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Jaunt Coffee Roasters

Okay, we all know that liquidy Mushroom & Goat Cheese empanada is just as messy as it is tasty AF,…read moreso here's a hack! Note that it will be piping hot but feel free to pinch the crust and nibble while you wait for your drink. THEN, this is where the genius happens, grab a fork and scoop some innards out to enjoy! Yes, you're making it a little thinner and hollow but the most pleasurable part is the cheese-laden shrooms in the center, so gobble gobble! Once you're able to lay it on a surface, you can tear your pasty bag into a flat plate and carve away mess-free! Any fallout can be salvaged with your fork! No more hot and cheesy mushrooms somersaulting down your face and into the furthest crevices of your bra! Also, once the shell is completely hollowed out, it's actually quite tasty in all its juicy glory. Now, I'm assuming you're responsible and not in a biatchy hurry, otherwise this won't work while you're speeding back to work. But for those who make the time to enjoy this properly, you're welcome ;)

Service is friendly and the place is always bustling, but I find their drinks to be veryyy milky…read more I always order their iced Rose Vanilla Latte and though it's usually milk forward, my most recent visit was such a disappointment (see attached photo). The color of the latte was noticeably off due to the high volume of milk. It just tasted like flavored milk with a hint of coffee. The empanadas are decent and the salsa that comes with them has quite a kick, but I really only come here out of convenience as there aren't many coffee shops in the area. Parking is usually a little bit tough, but you can always count on finding street parking a short walk away. Overall, not a place that I'd recommend if I'm looking for a good latte.

Flat White

Freshly baked empanadas are available in beef, chicken, mushroom & goat cheese, sweet corn & basil, bacon & egg, and ham & cheese.

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Five different breakfast burritos! Comes with a side of salsa.

Red White and Badass Brew

4.7(123 reviews)

5.0 mi

Veteran-owned & operated

Drive-thru

I searched up best coffee in La Mesa, picked the first recommended place, and am happy I did so…read more I just moved to San Diego from San Francisco and found myself in La Mesa applying for jobs. I needed a quick coffee to end my day and after searching the best coffee in La Mesa, Red White and Badass Brew was the first to pop up. The owner was super nice-I didn't get his name-and he walked with me through the menu as I haven't had specialty coffee drinks like these before. I went with his recommendation of the whiskey latte (iced) and also decided to try the toasted tan lines (iced) When I tell you, my first sip transported me back to the 2013-2016 era of coffee culture when specialty drinks were first starting to get popular, I am being so serious. Both the whiskey latte and toasted tan lines were full of so much flavor. The toasted tan lines took me straight back to my trip to Kauai in 2013 and the whiskey latte was reminiscent of a latte I would get in middle school from a Brazilian small business. There was just something so nostalgic about these lattes that I had to immediately write a review. So many coffee shops lack the flavor of the 2010s before companies cut corners and scraped for our pennies, but not here Thanks for the coffee! (No pics because I inhaled them in like 5 mins on my drive home)

It's been a while since I've been back but decided to stop by with my husband this time. We also…read morerealized we could order ahead so we did that. Unfortunately there isn't an online order line so you end up waiting anyways and they made our drinks only after we arrived and told them we had the online order. That being said everyone working was really friendly and they were working hard as it was busy on Sunday around 8. I got the gone bananas half sweet and an extra shot. My partner got the horchata matcha with extra matcha. Even my drink at half sweet was too sweet for my taste but still enjoyable. Not a strong banana flavor though. More caramel forward. My partner loved his drink but did say it was more horchata than matcha.

Jalapeño bagel

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Kayla S.

0

1

0

2 years ago

My neighbor raves about this place so I decided to give it a try, boy was I disappointed. Its a cute little shop, nice and clean. I walk in and a lady with blonde hair and glasses behind the register is yelling at one of the delivery drivers there. Telling her to stop leaning on the counter and breathing over the food. I ordered a coffee and took a seat. As I waited for my order I hear the same women on the phone asking someone to remove the delivery driver off the order, after she gave her the order and let her leave the store. After hearing this I got up and walked out without getting my order or money back(it was only a few bucks), someone who is that vindictive I don't want handling my food or drinks. read more

Bastian C.

0

4

0

6 years ago

This is my go-to drive through AM coffee. Friendly baristas/staff always greet with a smile, they are very fast, and they understand what I mean when I say "large coffee, black, little bit of ice so it's not burning hot", which is more than I can say for almost anywhere else... read more

Ryan R.

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7

0

9 years ago

Love these guys! Consistently cheerful service. Great Acai bowls, and equally good coffee, tea and blended drinks. Always cool on hot days...an awesome spot to study, meet with people and just hang out! (both locations in Towne Center and Pathways Center) read more

Brent Z.

85

7

0

10 years ago

Small never open when it says its open. They have 2 locations that are too close to each other. So even when this location hours says it should be open it's not because they don't seem to have enough staff for 2 locations read more

Tyson B.

0

9

0

8 years ago

Much better place than Starbucks and I fully support anhyone that challenges Starbux. Service is a bit slow but overall wonderful experience read more

Maggie S.

23

11

6

11 years ago

Best local coffee house in town! Great atmosphere and great employees. Everyone knows exactly what we like to order when we walk in!

Remy L.

0

32

20

1 year ago

They have a job listed below federal minimum wage which is illegal by the way ...............:...

David M.

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5

0

10 years ago

Best coffee in San Diego hands down love this place !

Darryl J.

25

12

9

11 years ago

Great coffee and friendly service! Love this place

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