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    Trident Coffee

    4.7 (371 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Randy G.

    A nice coffee place just outside of Chula Vista in Imperial Beach... Heading out early in the morning for meetings and usually drive out to the area early to have coffee somewhere and relax and check emails and do some work.... They do roast their own coffee and it wasn't too bad I do prefer a much lighter roast at times but I was fine with their coffee since it is better than the BUX.... Employees were nice and friendly...I tried a little of their Nitro Cold Brew as well and not bad (I'm not the biggest cold coffee drinker).... I do prefer hot coffee overall... I'd come back and it is less than a mile from where my customer is located1

    Alex S.

    Love the serenity of this location. They have a huge parking lot and plenty of street parking too. I came here on a weekday and the parking lot was pretty much empty. I love that you get to see the water from the shop. I ordered the midnight vietnamese and it was heaven! I don't like MCT oil and was able to replace that with mushroom and it really elevated the experience. Thank you!

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    Ann V.

    I was drawn to Trident for it's symbolism...totally makes sense that it's located by the beach. I'm a health conscious person and was glad to find out Trident Coffee uses health-enhancing ingredients to foster wellness. Thankfully, it wasn't too busy in this naturally lit spacious coffee shop when I arrived. The staff was friendly and patient with me since I was a first-timer. Trident's wide variety of coffee was really unique...especially the combination of coffee and tea. When I saw cognitive mushrooms as one of the functional lattes on the menu, I had to order it along with an acai bowl which suprisingly took a bit to make and noticed it was in a cup. Overall, positive vibes. I left empowered to live my life full steam ahead helping to realize their vision :-) If I'm in IB again, I'll go back for another nautical journey but the next time by trying their popular nitro cold brew. I definitely recommend this veteran-owned coffee shop to the Yelp Community.

    bourbon caramel cold brew, iced latte with almond milk & sugar free caramel, crumbonnie, coffee cake donut
    Denise M.

    Came here for the keto options, but was really impressed with the service. The guy taking our order was really helpful with recommendations and overall genuinely pleasant. As someone needing low sugar options I found this place and made a trip here and enjoyed the coffee and donut. And the music???? let me talk to the dj rn and give em a smooch

    Jharvis L.

    A friend introduced me to this place, and I decided to stop by after a doctor's appointment in the area. The staff here has always been cool. The first time I came here I tried the flight which was amazing, and today I went with a cold brew and a keto friendly empanada. I love places that have keto-friendly options. The vibe here is super chill being next to a gym and a bike spot. I see a lot of riders congregate here. I've never had an issue with parking, and there's a dedicated spot for Trident customers. Thanks Trident for helping me stay in my healthy lane. Cheers all.

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    Jacob V.

    I had to try their cold brew flight which included: 1. Son of a son of a sailor (Best, flavor) 2. Trident (normal dark) 3. El Capitan (super dark taste) 4 daily rations (for true sailors) Additional to that I had the following food: 1. Matcha/ strawberry donut (vegan non-protein) Very soft donut with a creamy frosting that covers the top and a very enjoyable morning breakfast or dessert. 2. Breakfast burrito Great mixture of egg and cheese. That's great for anybody. 3. Bacon, egg and cheese empanada Flavorful crust packed with bacon, egg and cheese. That's easily shareable since everyone wood want a bite. To top it all off is in an amazing area close to the beach, walking distance from a small kids playground and a beautiful view. Parking is easily accessible whether it's in front of the store or up the street. And to add definitely a place where kids can eat but do not have many options to get drinks.

    Nitro cold brew keeps me caffeinated during long work days.
    Joe C.

    This place never disappoints. The coffee, cold brew, lattes, and the pastries are all amazing. The service is top tier as well. The staff is always willing to share their opinion on the specialty lattes and make recommendations based on your taste.

    Double espresso on ice with a splash of cream and Ethiopian yirgacheffe American roast =)
    Tyler T.

    Super sweet coffee shop in Imperial Beach. Veteran owned with an amazing staff and incredible coffee. They roast the beans in the back and the freshness shines!! The espresso was the best I've had since I don't know when

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    Ximena R.

    Amazing place, they offer many different types of coffee and so far we loved the horchata latte and the salted caramel mocha. Will definitely come back to try the empanadas and breakfast burritos, the protein donuts sound amazing too. The service Randall provided was so nice and pleasant, he told us about their products and how their donuts are baked and not fried, and also the vegan options and protein contents of their food. The ambiance is really chill, next to a bike trail, definitely will be coming back soon.

    Looking Link in the Chain (Ethiopia Yirgacheffe) in my cup
    Cynthia G.

    Wonderful location! Amazing cold brews! Friendly staff! Gluten free bakery, and my favorite coffee with additions like tumeric and ashwaganda !Enjoy the offerings there or take it with you. What's not to

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    Morgan H.

    Cool spot with good coffee: This location is quiet and easy going with good views. Staff is friendly and served me up a nice cold brew.

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    Bernadette T.

    Trident deserves another 5 stars from me, they have improved since my last visit! They have a variety of cold brew selections, cold brew specialty drinks, espresso drinks, and even functional drinks. I got the mexican mocha with oat milk and it was delicious! The chocolate flavor was so delectable and worked well with the cold brew. They have upped their pastry selection! I got a lemon poppy protein donut (which they told us has 22-26g of protein!) and a keto bacon and egg empanada. The empanada had flavorful seasoning. Usually keto pastries aren't my favorite since there's no carbs but theirs was pretty good! The unique pastry selection and delicious cold brew sets them apart from other places. The interior is a bit small but nicely decorated and with lots of tables and seats. The place overlooks the otay river/bay area so has some nice nature views!

    Iced peppermint mocha and chocolate peppermint doughnut
    Katherine K.

    My friend recommended this place and right off rip I can tell this will be a regular stop for me. The shop itself is so serene and has plenty of seating. Staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Adrien was so helpful in assisting us with our order. We got the Mexican mocha latte, peppermint mocha latte, and a peppermint chocolate doughnut. The coffee was incredible but if I could go back and do it again I would skip the doughnut or try something else.

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    Such an awesome spot! Enjoyed chatting with a friend here. Our barista Adrian made sure our drink was to our liking. Delicious chais.

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    Sebastian was excellent. Gave amazing service and the coffee was . Come here San Diego staple must try.

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    Thank you for the feedback, Anthony! Hope to see you back soon.

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    Thank you Jeff! We are super excited to be here!

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    Thanks for the kind feedback, Steve! Hope to see you again soon.

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    very cool place ... right next to the bay.. coffee is awesome.. Armae and Mackenzie were super helpful and friendy

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    Thank you Scotty, we are so happy to hear you had a great experience!

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    staff is very friendly. great ambience. they have great pastries and food options as well as great quality drinks.

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    the best cold brew in san diego staff is very friendly and very helful. suoer chill inside to work and sip coffee

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    The cold brew was not in my liking. I was too diluted. It tasted like tamarind and it barely had lavender Flavor

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    Thank you Teresa!

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    Thanks for stopping by Yesenia! We hope to see you again soon!

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    Thank you Joaquin! We hope to see you again soon.

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    Thank you for the great review Destiny! We hope to see you again soon.

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    3 years ago

    This place is amazing! Wonderful customer service and delicious coffee. Vivian was also absolutely wonderful! Definitely come check it out!

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    Thank you Charlene! We appreciate you.

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    Are there outlets to work in the cafe?

    Yes! There is outlet access at every table.

    Do they allow dogs or have close outdoor seating?

    there isnt a lot of outdoor seating. Yes they allow dogs. In fact the employees manning the bar often bring their dog in.

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    Millport

    Millport

    4.6
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    This was the absolute best brunch I've ever had. We collectively got the gluten-free French toast,…read morea breakfast bowl, and their house-made gluten-free bagel, and it was divine. We also took home some baked goods. It's so hard to find gluten-free French toast and baked goods that are actually good, and these were UNBELIEVABLE. You would never guess they were gluten-free. The vibe was cute and laid back and the service incredible. Despite the fact that it was very busy, the food came out really quickly. I will absolutely head back down to IB just to come here again. 10/10 recommend.

    I tried their farmer's sandwich and chose a jalapeño cheddar bagel. On it was sausage, bacon, egg,…read morecream cheese and red onion, and it was awesome. The egg was perfect! They also have a young man who plays jazz piano there every Sunday, so the ambiance is pretty awesome along with the nice weather. Sometimes it can get windy so bring a sweater, but otherwise, it's usually a really nice day to hang out with friends and family. I also had a matcha ginger thyme latte with oat milk which was just tasty since ginger is a rare flavor in coffee drinks. I loved it, and it was so good that I took an extra one home. The service is amazing, and on busy days you may have to wait a bit, but it's worth it. If you have any questions about a dish, don't hesitate to ask!

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    Balsamico Italian Kitchen

    Balsamico Italian Kitchen

    4.7
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    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    We enjoyed trying authentic Italian cuisine at Balsamico Italian Kitchen in Imperial Beach, CA…read more The first time I had a taste of this restaurant was during a Yelp Elite Week event and so glad we finally had a chance to try it because everything we ordered was excellent 5/5 stars!! The owners are from Modena, Italy sharing their delicious recipes from back home. I had to do a little research on Modena because I had never heard of this city. It's north of Tuscany. Modena is a city in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage historic center, luxury car industry (Ferrari & Maserati), and world-renowned gastronomy, particularly traditional balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and Lambrusco wine. The restaurant provided complimentary bread with their homemade balsamic vinaigrette, which was excellent!! We recommend trying the following dishes: *Lobster Ravioli (MY FAVORITE) *Bolognese Lasagna *Mushroom Ravioli *Calamari Appetizer -w/restaurant made marinara The restaurant makes their own pasta. For dessert, we recommend trying their restaurant made: * Tiramisu *Crème brûlée (MY FAVORITE) The restaurant offers cooking classes for adults and children (6+) so be sure to check out their instagram page for workshop dates and times. There's indoor and outdoor seating with enough room for large groups. We had excellent customer service by server Jacob and are definitely coming back soon; check it out!! Happy Yelping :)

    Best Lobster ravioli! In a delicious pink sauce! Kids pasta…read morewas delicious my three year old wanted the pasta over dessert! Beautiful atmosphere and great service.

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    Ed Fernandez Restaurant Birrieria

    Ed Fernandez Restaurant Birrieria

    4.8
    (2k reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    This has been on my list for years but no time to come down to San Diego from LA, and finally made…read moreit after AIA! Convention was great and all but this was 10000% worth the drive alone. Didn't realize they close at 2pm and literally ran out of the convention center and sped straight here. Hooooooly this was hands down the best birria I've ever eaten, the handmade tortillas are perfection (can also get crispy tortilla), the ramen is spicy and amazingly seasoned, the birriaquiles interesting, and the staff SO friendly! Like the friendliest I've met in a long time too. The girl taking my order took the time to ask about options for everything since I didn't know and wasn't ordering it correctly. I'm really glad she asked about the tendon cause that was bomb--if you love braised beef shank, the tendon is a must. We got here kind of late, almost closing time, and they were beyond helpful with a big-ish dine in order and two to-go orders. I genuinely loved everything and was wolfing it down lol (my pants are now tight). I will absolutely be back, hopefully sooner than later.

    Came by Friday morning with the hubby to share some breakfast. For the longest I've been wanting…read moreto try their lengua which is served every Friday. Bucket list . What we ordered: * The Chiky Breakfast * Taco De Lengua * Quesataco De Lengua * Consomé De Birria * Agua De Jamaica The food over all is very good. The birria is always on point.... The lengua was tender however the flavor was just like the birria. They must use the same seasoning for both. I was hoping it would have been prepared differently. All in all we enjoyed our breakfast. Very friendly and attentive service and amazing ambiance. #DiningWithTheAndersons #ComidaMexicana #Birria #SanDiego #SuggestionsWelcomed

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    Apt 206 Coffee

    Apt 206 Coffee

    4.9
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    This coffee shop has been opened for 4 months at its current location. It's in the parking lot of a…read moremercado (can't remember the name) but the owner used to operate out of her apartment.. hence the name. The menu options were simple, i don't know if making a concoction of flavors was possible but it didn't show. I like bitterness in my coffee and this had just a hint of it. We tried the mazapán and Mexican mocha, they were both good. Again, i prefer the stronger coffee flavor so for me it was subtle but still good. The flavor of mazapán was there but again, subtle. They were not overly sweet which I liked. We also tried a s'mores puerquito cookie which was also not overly sweet and good flavor. I will be back and ask if I could have my coffee made stronger, hopefully this helps! Our total for 2 coffees (hot and cold) and a puerquito was $14.50 Food/Coffee:**** Service:**** Ambiance:*

    Thank you so much ! What a caffeine saver! Just dropped off my parents at CBX and was about to head…read morehome when I realize traffic was at its peak. So I looked up a coffee shop. Of course all I found was Starbucks close by and I truly hate Starbucks for they're so acidic and I like more of the mom and Pop shop. Man did I hit the jackpot! Not only is the Coffee fantastic with some great original recipes but this bad ass coffee shop is women run out of her apartment "hence the name". Now I get to go sit in less traffic with a smile on my face and a warm cuppa Joe in my hand Of course I had to order two different recipes. I got the cinnamon dolce and the rosemary iced latte. They are both perfectly made with the perfect amount of coffee to sugar ratio. She also had milk alternatives for me, so I got both with oat milk! Not to mention her website was so professional, and easy to use. Thanks again I hope your business thrives! Can't wait to come back next time I need a good coffee close to CBX! PS I'm buying two rosemary iced lattes next time!

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