Yohed Coffee

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Cute local Ethiopian coffee shop; we got an iced coffee (5/5 on flavor, good size 14 or 16oz) a cappuccino (not recommended; 3/5 super milky no foam) and a chornake puff bread pastry which was a delicious treat to share. The person behind the counter was really friendly and the walls had lots of cute art, there was plenty of seating inside and a soccer match on TV. Also nice is a 15 minute parking spot outside for grab and go. read more

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If you're looking for legit "small batch" coffee, this is it! Dave is one of the most welcoming baristas around and very kind hearted. Their coffees are imported straight from Ethiopia and he roasts them in-house. Small batches at a time, you can even watch him doing his magic on some visits. If you really want to enjoy the coffee and its notes and flavors, please drink it black. Don't add sugar or milk please....its disrespectful to the coffee roaster Swing on in, have a good chat and sip away! read more

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Franky O.

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Super friendly, super fast, and the coffee was great 5 stars. Lovely vibe Yohed coffee

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The food, service and drinks are so great. Yohed is kind and patient. The cafe is cozy and the coffee? DELICIOUS. Iced or hot. One of my top favorites. read more

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Flat pasti and lentil sambusa. I tried the round chornake before which I think is denser and sweeter with spice notes but I prefer the flat pasti and their lentil sambusa is really good! read more

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I ordered a vanilla latte and it was maybe one of the worst I have ever had. The milk was overheat. The shot was not extracted at all. It simply tastes awful read more

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Elizabeth R.

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I was in the area... Yohed Coffee catch my eye and I stop to try the Utopian coffee & pastry's. I ordered a Cappuccino 5/5 Sambusa was really good 5/5 Cappuccino was one the best cappuccino I tried. since I never try any Utopian food and/or pastry the owner help us. Really friendly people. Location is really convenient, easy parking. Ambiance is good, Love the decor I need to comeback to try the whole menu. Great coffee shop...Love it . read more

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Mya T.

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This place has been in my coffee shop try list for a couple of months now and since I wasn't too far from it today I decided to finally give it a try. The guy working there was very nice and even though I didn't see a menu I asked the guy what he had. He asked me how I usually like my coffee and I told him I like to taste the coffee with a hint of sweetness and cream and over ice. He made it right away and I saw some finger foods in the front and as a lover of East African food, I decided to try the sambusa. It's a very cozy spot with seating inside and some outside and lots of art. The coffee was spot on as to what I usually like and the sambusa was filling with the coffee. I look forward to coming back and supporting this business. read more

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Stina Marie A.

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Stopped by a couple of weeks ago! Great little spot to pop in to. The owner dude was super nice! We ordered two different coffees and tried the fresh made bread offered, very similar to fry bread. Location had street parking and some seating inside and out. If you like coffee this is a great spot to try out for something a bit different. read more

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Riley S.

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I've passed by this little coffee a few times last week and it kept me wondering hmmmm I wonder how Ethiopian coffee tastes so today I was in the area again and I said fuck it lets see what it's all about. Came into the shop idk if it was the owners or just friends or customers but they were hanging out inside the shop and outside and everyone was so dam friendly !! Yohed is such a gentle soul ! He asked how I wanted my coffee and I told him I like extra sweet but this time I wanted it sweet but I wanted to taste the actual coffee and omg I was mind blown it's bomb !! It's so cool because I've never ever in my life tried Ethiopian coffee and it's so far in Africa for us to have locally is simply just awesome. His shop is super clean spacious and beautiful to look at while he makes your coffee for you. I loved it I will be back if ever in the area :) 5 stars Yohed thank you for your hospitality I felt so welcomed read more

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Olivia K.

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Freshly roasted coffee with really robust flavor!! Fresh baked Ethiopian treats were bomb!! Must try spot in city heights!

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Kirie H.

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IYKYK, as soon as you enter, you're greeted with smell of beans being roasted and brewed. Nicest people and great service. One of my favorites coffee shops in SD. read more

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Jack M.

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I think, this is the first Ethiopian coffee shop I have been to, and I am sure glad I did visit it, because they not only make some terrific Ethiopian coffee but some nice eats as well. The owners are a nice Ethiopian couple. This coffee shop is their baby, and I can tell because the lady of the house is sure putting a lot of love into these lentil filled samosas she makes. They are delicious and offer a great texture. The lentils inside are simply prepared, but well prepared with a light natural seasoning. The crust is light and crisp and seasoned with a touch of salt. The gentleman of the house, made me the macchiato and it was quite good. It was quite robust and the Ethiopian brew was strong but smooth and full flavored. The coffee shop offers sandwiches, pasties, and of course the lentil samosas which are going to be a hit. They have a collection of seating inside and free Wi-Fi. Great little coffee shop! read more

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Jeffrey C.

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Came here to try the coffee, but it was the lentil samosa that wow'd me. I didn't expect it to be THAT full of flavor. It was spicy, was not dry, and complimented the nicely fried exterior very well. I'm not an expert on coffee, but I enjoyed the macchiato that I got. I could see myself coming back to try some of the other pastries if I'm in the area. read more

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Bing C.

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We were in the area and noticed an Ethiopian Coffee shop. The place is clean and very cute! Nice cultural decor. The gentleman made us a caramel iced latte and a hot coffee. Both were Delicious! They were Nutty n perfect! read more

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Gem R.

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Stopped by on my way to pick up banh mi's @ Saigon across the street. Not bad, they roast their beans dark, so if you like that for your coffee you'll like this place. read more

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Noel Z.

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Coffee was delicious! We both ordered macchiato and they were presented so beautiful and tasted great. Inside is comfortable to sit and WiFi is reliable. Customer service was excellent! read more

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Danielle B.

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Came across this place this week and man, I've been missing out. Yohed is so great! Ordered a iced vanilla latte. It was strong and not so much on the sweet side, just the way I like it. Plus you can't beat their prices! Workers are very friendly and family owned business oriented. Absolutely loved the art found throughout the hole in the wall coffee shop, very rich in culture. read more

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Theresa P.

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Great cofffee nice people run it and there super friendly if you like Ethiopian coffee you will love this place it's very cultural cool thing to look at from Ethiopia read more

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Lance B.

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I stopped by this Ethiopian coffee spot in City Heights on one of my walks. The menu is straighforward with nothing crazy - maybe 4-5 types of coffee and a few different teas. Peanut tea caught my eye and I'd like to try that sometime just because I've never had it. I just got a regular coffee with cream and it was really good. They frothed it up a bit which I enjoyed. I noticed they sell beans as well. Friendly service and atmosphere. Soccer game on TV when I was there. I sat at the lone table outside with my coffee and cake which was relaxing. Next time I want to try a macchiato and a samosa! read more

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Angela Y.

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We found out about Yohed Coffee after reading Jack M.'s review on Yelp, and being a big Ethiopian food fan (Abyssinia in Anaheim and Zeni in San Jose are our favorites), we were excited to try this special Ethiopian coffee shop. Yohed Coffee is a family-owned business, and the owners are very welcoming and genuine. The brew here is rich and strong, and with sugar and milk, tastes marvelous. The coffee shop is clean and comfortable, with slow jazz playing in the background, before we knew it, my fiance and I ended up sitting there for four hours chatting away! We also noticed these cute Ethiopia-shaped keychains with "Ethiopia" and "I love Ethiopia" written in Amharic at the counter. We purchased one for $1. I observed lots of locals come here for their morning/early afternoon coffee, and it's a great local business. Definitely recommend if you are in the El Cajon/City Heights area. We look forward to visiting again to try their lentil samosas and various pastries. read more

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Peggy B.

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I finally was able to make it when they were open!!! I knew it would be amazing! What I didn't know was how friendly and personable the gentleman was! I so appreciate a great cup of coffee and such kind service! You made my morning even better! Please visit if you want great coffee like I do! Very nice cafe with a lot to offer! read more

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Paul W.

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Hey there hipsters, if you like North Park, City Heights is up and coming. This coffee shop is better than expensive coffee shops in North Park. It's time to explore out. Don't be part of the critical mass, explore out. Here's my experience at this coffee shop, real coffee. With this coffee shop I actually get a FULL POUND! Yes, 16 oz not the 12 you get in NP. For a lb. it costs 5.99 and for 2 bucks more total 8 bucks you have fresh Ethiopian coffee for grinding. It's absolutely epic. If your a coffee snob you should be here already. Epic notes. Ethiopian coffee is considered one of the best coffees in the world. Support this business and be a trail blazer not a follower. The beans are literally hot at roast pick up...enjoy read more

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Winnie P.

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I visit yohed today with my coworkers. It was all of our first times and we loved it! The lentil sambusas were of course delicious, but we tried the caramel lattes and spice teas. We had that with the pasti and all of us were satisfied. The owner served us, very respectful man and very friendly, we all appreciated his help. I highly recommend this place, the quality is noted in the drinks too. For me, the tea was my favorite, reminded me of my family during the holidays. Please come and visit, it's a San Diego gem. read more

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Zen X.

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Wow. Why do people keep five-staring this place? Only the first time with the lady working was good. Fooled me to try three more times. Always bad with the guy working. Please order any flavor latte and get back to me. Straight up does not know how to make it. Bare minimum barista requirements. read more

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Aika S.

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I got the vanilla iced latte and my girlfriend got the caramel iced latte. It was brewed fresh, both had really great flavor. Not too sweet but perfect flavor! The inside is super cute too. read more

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Matthew D.

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One pound of freshly roasted ethiopian coffee beans for $10! The lentil samosas were delicious and David was very helpful. Thanks again! read more

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Addis G.

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Reminds me of home when I come here with friends and family. It's like walking into a coffee shop in Ethiopia and has all the comfort foods you would find in one. Definitely recommend for those wanting to experience something different and learn about Ethiopian culture. read more

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Feven M.

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Okay, but have you have Ethiopian coffee? If you know your coffee, you've got to check out yohed. They serve really good coffee, have great service and also have some great pastries which I wish I could have daily. Its a good location to grab a quick bite and have some really good coffee. They have a few tables outside as well as inside, if you're looking to people watch you can enjoy the outside or stay inside and hangout with people and/or watch tv. I had a macchiato and sambusa. I gotta say, the sambusa are a bit spicy so if you can't handle it go with other options but they are BOMB. There's plenty of street parking around the area to park at. Go check it out :) read more

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Mahlet A.

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I came to San Diego for a visit. My husband took me to this coffee shop. I had the best macchiato freshly roasted and brewed from the origin of coffee Ethiopia. I had the best Egg Salad sandwich as well. Maaaaannnnn it was finger licking. Very nice clean and cozy spot with high speed internet. The best customer service. Highly recommended and I'm definitely going back. read more

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Madie C.

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This is an amazing coffee shop and a must try in San Diego. I had the ginger tea and baklava. The tea was spicy, delicious, and unsweetened. I was given sugar to adjust the sweetness to my own personal taste. The baklava was one of the best I've ever had. It tasted 100% homemade. I am excited to try the macchiato and other espresso drinks at my next visit! The place has a unique atmosphere that feels open and friendly. I would recommend this place to all of my friends and family. read more

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Came here based on an internet search and reviews wanting to try some good Ethiopian coffee after having a delicious Ethiopian lunch nearby. It's a very small shop with a simple menu (great prices) and located on the street front of University Avenue so I can see parking being a bit of a challenge at times but we luckily found a spot directly in front and quickly. it has a small table with a couple of chairs out front on the sidewalk . Inside it's a clean and charming little shop with a great feel but with only a few tables and places to sit. The barista whom I assumed was the owner (but not certain) was very welcoming, and genuinely very nice. we ordered a few drinks and sat at a table for the next hour+. Not extremely busy but there were a few people sitting at other tables/ seats and a few people in & out. The drinks were great! We even bought some fresh coffee grounds to go after they roasted the beans in house. great place to grab a coffee to go or with a friend(s), reading, to chill, people watch on the Avenue etc. not sure if it's a good setting for larger groups or studying. read more

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Feven S.

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Get your coffee at Yohed, you won't regret it. The coffee is amazing and so is the service. Check it out! read more

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My favorite place ever! Best coffee shop! Great drinks and pastry's! Love the owners. Great environment and very traditional.

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This place is great. The service is great. The food is great. The coffee leave no more to want more. It's quite and small business vibes. This place needs your booty in a seat (while you can find one). I enjoy the decor and ambience the most. It's on a busy street yet still feels homely. read more

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Matt D.

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Tiny, locally-owned, and great. The coffee is fantastic, like really delicious, beans roasted in-house. As I type I'm waiting an estimated 20-30 minutes for a couple of pounds to get roasted so I can take them home. Can't get fresher than that! And at $6/lb (+ a couple bucks to roast it), you also can't beat the price. I'm a programmer and have never had any issue with the WiFi here. The service is friendly, the lentil sambusas are cheap and delicious; I love this place. I'm extremely disappointed that there's a damn Starbucks going up a few doors down. If you're in the neighborhood, and want a coffee, skip the Starbucks that you already know and come check this place out; there will be no going back. read more

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Tadiyos Y.

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This is my favorite coffee shop in San Diego finally the town has good coffee!!! Ethiopian organic coffee, Highly refreshing spot and good background instrumental. read more

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Feven R.

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This place is super cute. Coffee is made fresh, organic, and tastes amazing. Definitely has been my go to spot!

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Grey M.

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YUM! Their espresso is delicious and I was greeted with friendliness and hospitality. Thanks for the drink, guys! I'll be back soon.

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Yohed coffee has friendly folks and a feeling of real community. The sambusas are delicious, and so is the coffee. Free WiFi, and they're open 7-7! There are tables at lots of different levels if you're like me and need to adjust from sitting to standing and back while working for long periods. City Heights is home to one of the largest East African communities in the country, so come support this local business that's creating and serving our community. read more

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4160 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92105
City Heights
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(619) 310-5711
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Hours

What time does Yohed Coffee open?

Yohed Coffee opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Tuesday and Sunday.

What time does Yohed Coffee close?

Yohed Coffee closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Yohed Coffee closes at 4:30 PM on Tuesday.Yohed Coffee closes at 1:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon, Wed-Sat 7:00 AM - 6:00 PMTue 7:00 AM - 4:30 PMSun 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Yohed Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Yohed Coffee takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Yohed Coffee have catering options?

No, Yohed Coffee does not have catering options.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Yohed Coffee have bike parking?

No, Yohed Coffee does not have bike parking.

Does Yohed Coffee have outdoor seating?

Yes, Yohed Coffee has outdoor seating options.

Does Yohed Coffee have parking?

Yes, Yohed Coffee has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Yohed Coffee wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Yohed Coffee is wheelchair accessible.

Does Yohed Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Yohed Coffee has free WiFi.

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we provide the best customer service with testy Ethiopian coffee

History

Established in 2018.

New Business started in 2018

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Okay... where has this place been all my life and why did nobody warn me I was about to fall in…read moreLOVE with a banana?? Pulled up to Saigon Coffee and immediately felt like I was about to have a main character moment. Sun shining, cute vibe outside, and then BOOM... I see this Famous Banana situation on the menu like it was calling my name personally. Let me just say... this drink is NOT shy. She is bold. She is creamy. She is out here living her best dessert-coffee hybrid life. The banana foam on top? SO soft and sweet, like a little cloud that went to culinary school. The chocolate drizzle situation inside the cup? Dramatic. Gorgeous. Delicious chaos. Every sip was like a little layered surprise party. I literally caught myself pausing mid-sip like... "wait... is this actually real??" Also, the aesthetic? 10/10. Cute branding, cute cups, cute interior, even the banana on the sign is serving personality. And yes, I absolutely stood outside living my best iced coffee influencer moment because this drink DESERVED it. If you like coffee... get it. If you like dessert... get it. If you like joy, happiness, and treating yourself like the royalty you are... GET. IT. Will I be back? Immediately. Will I be thinking about this drink at random moments throughout the week? Unfortunately yes.

Line was wrapped around the corner but it went by in about 10 minutes. Ordered 2 drinks and it look…read moreless than 5 minutes to get both. There's some seating inside for you wait after you get your order. The bathroom was clean and didn't require a code. The Hainoi Egg Coffee was my favorite. It was smooth, slightly sweet and the egg cream top paired perfectly. It gave me a huge energy boost without giving me jitters and a headache. The Strawberry Iced Tea was very lightly sweetened. It kind of tasted floral and had bits of strawberry throughout. It tasted okay but I personally wouldn't get it again.

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BANANA CLAUS ! 7.8/10

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Delah Coffee

4.5(195 reviews)

1.4 mi•North Park

Stopped by Delah Coffee while rushing to work, and they truly came through. I asked for a quick…read moreorder, and they made my favorite drink fast without losing quality. Big thanks to Emile for the kindness and great service, even with a busy line. Appreciate the owner as well. Amazing coffee and service highly recommend!

Nice coffee shop good owner and team love it every thing amazing and professional , I like the bee…read morebites and all sweets and food like cheese boat and zaater and pistachios latte,cinnamon date latte,Adani tea all drinks is delicious thanks a lot

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Scrimshaw Coffee

4.5(386 reviews)

1.8 mi•Rolando

Scrimshaw is a great option for quality coffee and food for those of us who start our days late…read more I love this place for their quality beverages, their fresh food variety, the kind staff, and the fact I've always found an open table. My boyfriend always gets drip and a pastrami sandwich that looked so good I broke my vegetarian streak just for a bite. I've had their blueberry malt latte and their white tea beverage as well as both their veggie bagel and veg bowl. Everything has been so tasty and the vibes are always welcoming. The cafe itself is really cute and i'm a big fan.

Unfortunately, this cafe dropped the ball both in barista customer service and response from…read moremanagement. Basically what had happened was i waited over 10 min for simple chai and inquired with barista about status update. We agreed to have it remade and she had told me next time "there's no need to be rude" despite never insulting, shouting, or making a scene. Wrote to management about this odd experience and I recieved a response from owner. He has said he will talk to staff and "apologies on that" but honestly it seemed half-hearted and not sincere at all. No attempts to try and make it right or acts of good faith which i would think is standard procedure for cases like this. Fortunately, there is a plethora of cafes in San Diego to try so I will keep discovering new ones until I find my favorite.