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Real notes from coffee lovers, written after a visit. What they ordered, how the room felt, and which shops were worth the stop.

20 Reviews, 20 Shops, 4 States

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Browse: CarlsbadChula VistaOceansideAliso Viejo

★★★★★

“I asked the barista to make me his favorite drink, and he made me an iced coconut caramel latte. It tasted like Hawaii lol. So refreshing and sweet! If you’re indecisive like me and not sure what to order at a coffee shop, definitely trust the staff's recommendations here!”

Mujer Divina Brunch Café

Chula Vista, CALIFORNIA, Mocha Jill, OCT 5

★★★★★

“I asked the barista to make me his fav drink off their menu and he made me an iced pistachio matcha 😍 it definitely was an indulgent treat! It was topped with pistachio cold foam and pistachio bits. The matcha was the bitterness level which paired perfect with the sweet cold foam. Super cute outdoor seating area with Mexico inspired vibes and good music. The staff was so sweet and welcoming. Perfect spot to sit outside and enjoyyyyy!”

Galu Cafe and Delicatessen

Chula Vista, CA, Mocha Jill, OCT 5

Cold Brew at Brewtal Coffee Shop, Playas de Rosarito, BAJA CALIFORNIA

★★★★★

“Good coffee and great atmosphere with music”

Brewtal Coffee Shop

Playas de Rosarito, BAJA CALIFORNIA, smonraz, SEP 17

Cold Brew at Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo, Anaheim, CA

★★★★★

“Every time I visit Disneyland, this is one of my very first stop for the iconic Coco Puff Cold Brew! It’s a smooth cold brew topped with sweet cream cheese foam and Cocoa Puffs. The mix of coffee, cream, sweetness, and crunch makes it such a yummy pick me up. It's one of my top reasons to visit Disney. It's for sure a sweet tooth indulgence, but a must try every single time you go!”

Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo

Anaheim, CA, Mocha Jill, SEP 10

★★★★★

“I stumbled across this spot in SB and it had a super cute atmosphere and a display case stacked with so many fun donuts and treats. The bev menu was loaded with so many options to the point where I couldn't choose want I wanted! I ended up getting an Iced Salted Maple Latte and it was so velvety, smooth, and had the perfect sweetness level. The espresso combined so well with maple syrup and salt accent. 10/10, I recommend!!”

Hook & Press

Santa Barbara, CA, Mocha Jill, SEP 8

★★★★★

“I ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was pretty espresso forward, but super smooth and a strong kick to start my day. They have a nice outdoor patio, it's super dog friendly with plenty of seating, and they've got a fun menu with açaí bowls and toasts if you're hungry!”

Barefoot Coffee Roasters

Solana Beach, CALIFORNIA, Mocha Jill, SEP 8

★★★★★

“Ordered a iced vanilla latte ✨10/10 Chocolate croissant 10/10✨ Indoor and outdoor seating, super cute 🤙🏼”

Porchlight Coffee

San Diego, CALIFORNIA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“Ordered a iced lavender latte 10/10✨ Very nice outdoor atmosphere, beach view🤙🏼”

Buccaneer Café

Oceanside, CA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“Ordered a iced lavender honey matcha, with vanilla cold foam 10/10✨”

Sip-N-Sea: Coffee + Açaí

Encinitas, CA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“Ordered a iced lavender honey latte 10/10✨ Regular croissant ✨”

Seven Seas Roasting

Aliso Viejo, CA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“Ordered a iced vanilla latte 10/10✨ And Chocolate croissant ✨”

Vigilante Coffee

Vista, CALIFORNIA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“This coffee shop is cool, it has a thrift shop, aswell as a coffee shop attached, outdoor and indoor seating. I got a iced vanilla latte, 10/10✨”

Captains Grounds Coffee

Oceanside, CALIFORNIA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“This coffee shop has so much open space, indoor and outdoor seating, and staff are very nice. I got an iced lavender vanilla latte, and a chocolate croissant, both 10/10✨”

Ascend Coffee Roasters

Visit, CALIFORNIA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

★★★★★

“I can’t believe I didn’t realize this place was a coffee shop sooner! A hidden gem in Carlsbad Village. They have such a fun menu of drinks and the sweetest baristas. I got the iced salted caramel latte and it was sooo delicious, the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and espresso. So glad I finally stopped in check this place out!!”

Shorehouse Kitchen

Carlsbad, CA, Mocha Jill, SEP 1

at Origen Coffee Roasters, Carlsbad, CALIFORNIA

★★★★★

“This coffee shop was very chill, outdoor, there’s outdoor seating and nice pond area with fish. I got a iced vanilla latte, and turkey pesto croissant both 10/10✨, they focus on the realness of the coffee 🤙🏼”

Origen Coffee Roasters

Carlsbad, CALIFORNIA, Kylie ✨, SEP 1

at Petrol Club, San Clemente, CALIFORNIA

★★★★★

“This coffee shop has cool cars surrounding the coffee shop, it’s an open space with good vibes. I got an iced vanilla latte and iced vanilla matcha both with cold foam, both where bomb, 10/10✨”

Petrol Club

San Clemente, CALIFORNIA, wootenkylie2003, SEP 1

Cold Brew at The Golden Espresso, Aurora, COLORADO

★★★★★

“I got the golden espresso. It was different than i expected but very good. it almost has a cinnamon flavor toward the end that isn’t overpowering. and a very nice milk to espresso balance. The cup it came in is also super cool for a to go coffee. Awesome staff as well”

The Golden Espresso

Aurora, COLORADO, jake, AUG 31

★★★★★

“Cutest place ever! I got an iced vanilla latte and split an matcha affogato with my bf, literally the perfect combo and both were so yummy and sweet. The back patio is soo cozy to sit and chill. Officially obsessed with Ojai, and this is definitely my new go to when I come back!”

Rory's Other Place

Ojai, CA, Mocha Jill, AUG 31

★★★★★

“The matcha was super rich and creamy with the perfect color, taste, and mouthfeel. It was not too sweet and had a nice umami flavor. They also sell their matcha tins and syrups!”

Iron & Kin

Claremont, CALIFORNIA, michaela.misik, AUG 26

Mocha at Just Love Coffee & Cafe, Arlington, TX

★★★★★

“Got the regular mocha, but had to try the homemade “off menu” biscuits & gravy. Very good.”

Just Love Coffee & Cafe

Arlington, TX, Chad, AUG 22

Mujer Divina Brunch Café →

Galu Cafe and Delicatessen →

Brewtal Coffee Shop →

Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo →

Hook & Press →

Barefoot Coffee Roasters →

Porchlight Coffee →

Buccaneer Café →

Sip-N-Sea: Coffee + Açaí →

Seven Seas Roasting →

Vigilante Coffee →

Captains Grounds Coffee →

Ascend Coffee Roasters →

Shorehouse Kitchen →

Origen Coffee Roasters →

Petrol Club →

The Golden Espresso →

Rory's Other Place →

Iron & Kin →

Just Love Coffee & Cafe →

Mujer Divina Brunch Café

Galu Cafe and Delicatessen

Brewtal Coffee Shop

Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo

Hook & Press

Barefoot Coffee Roasters

Porchlight Coffee

Buccaneer Café

Sip-N-Sea: Coffee + Açaí

Seven Seas Roasting

Vigilante Coffee

Captains Grounds Coffee

Ascend Coffee Roasters

Shorehouse Kitchen

Origen Coffee Roasters

Petrol Club

The Golden Espresso

Rory's Other Place

Iron & Kin

Just Love Coffee & Cafe