First time at Tiger Cafe a coffee shop located on Market Street in Downtown, San Diego, CA after…read moreeating at Tacos El Franc. Tiger Cafe is known for creative beverages like their Tiger Latte, Coconut Latte, a "Tiger Eye" drink, and a refreshing Tiger's Blood iced tea (hibiscus, peach, and lemon). I tried the iced latte "Dirty Horchata," and it was so delicious!! They also have pastries and serve breakfast burritos, unique Tiger Waffles, sandwiches, and customizable breakfast toasts. The cafe was very nice and clean with great customer service. Check it out when in the area! Happy Yelping :)

Waffles are pre-made I'm not sure when or if they are refrigerated or setting out and then re-heat…read morewhen ordered in a toaster, it, or they (2-6" rounds were served somewhat dry and just warm but not hot, Waffles (like pancakes) must be baked fresh per order to be hot and delicious to eat. One other thing, the Tiger Cafe website menu prices it at $13.00 but the store wall menu says $16.75, I asked the lady behind the counter and she said they raised the prices several months ago, (she also informed me that they are pre-baked then re-heated when ordered,) this discrepancy is not right! But regardless of the price it would be worth paying it for fresh baked, hot and tasty, which it was not!

Such a great little hole-in-the-wall breakfast spot in San Diego! Don't sleep on this place. The…read morehighlight for me was the sweet potato and beet hash paired with the chicken apple sausage--absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. My husband ordered the huevos rancheros, and he couldn't stop talking about how amazing they were. The homemade sauce was and really made the dish. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, which made the experience even better. As a bonus, they also offer a 15% military discount, which is a thoughtful touch. We'll definitely be back!

Cute, diner-style breakfast in little Italy. We sat in the outdoor booths which are great for…read morepeople watching and enjoying the beautiful SD weather! After hearing mixed reviews about the food I was hesitant to give this place a try, but it definitely exceeded my expectations. The chorizo, bacon, and sourdough bread were all high points, especially the chorizo. The coffee was very good as well, with free refills. The eggs (both over-easy and omelette) were completely unseasoned which was a little odd, and the potatoes were just ok. The option to sub the regular hash for sweet potato and beet hash was interesting, but a little bland. Service was good and the food came out quick on a slow weekday morning. I'm not sure i'd wait in the long line that I often see outside Harbor Breakfast on a Saturday morning, but i'm glad to have a casual diner like this in Little Italy and hope to be back some time soon!

Fast and friendly service and the food was top tier too. The owner mentioned the espresso they use…read moreis award-winning so be sure to try an espresso drink. My latte was very tasty!

Came here on Friday of comic con. There was a good sized line. It moved fast though! They have…read moresmoothies, coffee, tea, food, sweets. This looked like a nice place to grab a bite so we stopped in. We ordered the breakfast burrito with no avocado, a BLTA, and avocado toast with egg on top. The drinks came out within reason but then we were stuck waiting . People before us had received their food. Finally after 30 mins I got my burrito and of course it had avocado on it. I ate the side that didn't have it but I was bummed to pay, wait 30 mins, and get it wrong. But I wasn't about to complain and be forced to wait longer for a correct version. Our friend who ordered the avocado toast went up and asked if hers would be done soon and they said they didn't have that order in the system.they scrambled to make it and handed it to her and totally forgot the egg she paid extra for. They took it back and added an extra egg as an apology but by then it had been 40 mins. The food isn't bad but the wait was far from worth it. I'd rather go to a chain and get something quicker. I love to support small business but this was not worth it in any way. Also hard to wait that long while the meal wasn't cheap in any means. Just disappointed.

Stopped into this adorable East Village neighborhood café for a cappuccino and, while waiting my…read moreturn to order, spotted a savory little treasure sitting in the display case that immediately got my attention. It sounds simple enough: an all-beef hot dog wrapped in pastry. Simple? Yes. Ordinary? Absolutely not. The hot dog had that perfect little snap you want from a good all-beef dog, but the real surprise was the pastry. House-made, light, airy and somehow perfectly crisp all the way around as it twisted from end to end. It came with ketchup and what might be its soulmate: stone-ground mustard. Truly the perfect match. This is absolutely an afternoon go-to -- easy, satisfying and way more delicious than it has any business being. It has officially been added to my "order again" list. And again. And probably again.

DO NOT go to this place. I've lived in the neighborhood for about 6 years and the food and coffee…read morehave always just been "decent" but it's close and convenient plus I like to support small and local businesses so I've gone back. Today I was verbally harassed by the owner and it was a pretty shocking exchange. I was picking up my dog's poop from the metal grate that goes around the trees on the sidewalks here downtown when he started screaming that it's his private property and I'm scaring away his guests. It was 3:00p in the afternoon and this is a breakfast place that was closed at the time and the city has sidewalk cleaners that come every morning so even though I picked up the poop, anything leftover would have been cleaned the next morning anyway. Also, I'm also pretty sure the sidewalks are public spaces and he in no ways owns the sidewalk. He then started screaming "do you want to see my permit?!" And when I said "yes please I would like to see it" he replied "well I don't have it". Then the threats came. He started threatening to take my photo and spread it all over the city and social media. I'm unsure who he planned on sending it to but it was a clear attempt to bully and intimidate. He then continued to raise his voice while repeating "GO TO HELL!" at me until he decided to go inside the business. Honestly, if this gentleman would have said "hey would you mind not letting your dog poop here?" it just could have been a completely different situation. No matter what the situation, this business owner is mean, rude, and aggressive to where I didn't feel safe and won't come back here. I would suggest you do NOT come here, whether you have a dog or not, because the food and coffee aren't worth it.

Had a great experience at Maryjane's during Comic-Con weekend. It was definitely a busy time, but…read moreSiyovush behind the bar was amazing. He was friendly, professional, and really knew how to make guests feel welcome. One thing that stood out was that he actually remembered us when we came back, which made the experience feel more personal and special. He made some excellent cocktails, and his recommendation of the Old Fashioned was a great choice -- perfectly balanced and really well made. We also tried the Classic Burger with onion rings, and it was a great recommendation. Everything came together for a fun and memorable visit. Great atmosphere, great drinks, and even better service. Siyovush definitely helped make our Comic-Con experience one to remember.

Pretty slow on a Thursday at 3:30, which was great for me! Sat up at the bar and grabbed 3 carne…read moreasada street tacos. Street tacos were super tasty! My chief complaint, and the reason for not a 5* review.....too much protein. I can't believe I just typed that. There was just too much steak that some fell out of every bite. I'll admit, this is the absolute best problem to have. Nick was super friendly, the absolute best blend of attentive and staying away. I'll be eating these again for sure.

Every morning my drink is perfect! Svet makes the best coffee, best drinks, and she is so fast and…read moreefficient. What more could I ask for...1000000000000000/10 She is so talented . She plays great music, great ambiance, I want to stay all day.

Yes I liked this coffee shop! When I'm in San Diego I will definitely come again! They are very…read moreorganized with their online ordering system or ordering at the store. I ordered an almond milk latte and it was creamy and delicious. The coffee was not overpowered by the milk, perfect. I thought the temperature could have been a bit warmer but overall great! I ordered in the store because our hotel was walking distance so did not mind waiting. Line was a little while but order came out quickly! Thank you!

georgie was amazing!!! 10/10 experience. he was very attentive as he was the only server working…read more he was very nice

08.08.26 In town for a work conference next week, and…read morestaying at a nearby hotel. Arrived early from Sac so after checking in, I needed breakfast. Hotel receptionist recommended Swami's, saying "they've got everything". So, after confirming rating, menu, and seating via Yelp, I decided to give it a whirl. Only a couple blocks walk, easy-peasy. Located near light rail, it was a cute, unassuming spot with a few patio tables for al fresco dining. I walked in and read the sign that for dining in to grab a menu and a seat and order will be taken at the table. Great! Knew they had a specialty menu and a regular menu, I grabbed both and found a nice 4-seater by the window. I love a nice view with my meal, especially when solo. Almost immediately I was tended to by my server, asking if I've been in before. Told her "no" and she proceeded to let me know there was a self-serve coffee bar in the corner by the fountain drinks and if I wanted a 'specialty' type drink they would prepare it. Then offered to start me with water. Right off the bat, I appreciated the efficient way of greeting a patron. Looking over the menu more closely, it was hard to decide. Do I go with one of their many amazing benedict options--my typical go-to for an enjoyable breakfast? Or my good ol' standby and basic breakfast of eggs, bacon, hashed browns & toast? The benes I was eyeballing were their specialties avocado Florentine and the Swami's Waffle bene--a twist I've not seen before. With it having their namesake, it'd have to be good, right? My server came back with my water saw I needed a few more minutes. I was also wondering how much adding bacon to a dish would be since it wasn't listed anywhere on the menus, and I was considering that for the Florentine. But then there also was another breakfast favorite of mine, Chilaquiles. Too many great choices! My server came back for my order and I had to ask about the most popular dishes. She started rambling off omelets, but I'm not a big omelet girl. She then suggested the Chilaquiles, said she really like the El Paso bene (another I eyeballed), then I told her that I'm just in the mood for my basic breakfast and didn't see anything that quite fit the bill. She pointed out the Swami's Combo, but choice of side would've only been either hashed or bacon and I'd have to add the other BUT it came with coffee included (normally $4). I wanted to try the coffee, as the selection variety was intriguing. She then brought up an 'off-the-menu' item, the Big Breakfast. It basically had everything I wanted but coffee would be extra. I asked how it compared to the Swami's Combo and added stuff I wanted price-wise, and she said it's pretty much equal. So, I just went with the Big Breakfast cuz, gotta love those off-the-menu orders, right? She said it came with bacon and ham but I could get all bacon if I wanted at an extra $1 charge. Not a ham fan, I went with it. Ordered eggs runny yolk and cooked white--whatever they think that is LOL and chose english muffin option. Asked for my bacon & hash browns extra crispy. While I waited for my order, a hostesses ask me if I was eating alone and politely asked if I would move to another table to accommodate a party that arrived. I explained that I really wanted a window seat and with that, she said "No worries at all". I heard her explain to the party that it would be a little wait. THAT was quite amazing and I honestly appreciated her acceptance of my decline. I then took time to check out the restaurant. Noticed the kitchen was busy but running like a well-oiled machine. Patrons were a plenty, a constant busy, with several waiting for seating by the time I left around 10:30a on a Saturday. There were a few TVs with the vibe feeling very, diner-ish. I also noticed that it was a bit, stuffy inside, and was thankful I had my portable fan to keep me cool at my table the entire time. Surprisingly, the food came out quick and it looked fantastic! Runner asked if I needed anything else, and after a quick glance at the table condiments, I said with a smile it's already covered. I asked him later for a few extra napkins and he was appy to bring some. I tell you, the service here is super friendly and great! It matched with the meal, food was sooo good! Perfectly cooked, bacon was thick, PERFECT! Oh!! It also came with salsa that tasted homemade--and confirmed is made in-house! I could tell and would have NO issue eating with chips. Guys, if you're in the area and looking for great, friendly service with amazing food, give Swami's a shot. I would no doubt return!!

I loved the ambiance at Mete. It feels upscale but very inviting. The food was delicious. I had the…read morechicken and waffles and it was so good we got another order! The service was also top tier. I loved the pancakes and all of our pancake pics came out looking so dope! One of our pancakes wasn't as hot when it came out and the server and the event coordinator apologized, had another made and even gave us free tickets for mimosas! I definitely recommend.